How to Remove a Child Under 13 from Family Sharing on Apple

Learn how to safely remove a child under 13 from Family Sharing in Apple. Follow these steps for compliance and privacy.

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You cannot directly remove a child under 13 from Family Sharing. Instead, you must transfer them to another family group or delete the child’s Apple ID by contacting Apple Support. Go to Settings > [your name] > Family Sharing, choose the child’s name, and follow the prompts to get support. This ensures their safety and compliance with privacy laws.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I remove a child under 13 from Family Sharing directly? No, you cannot directly remove a child under 13 from Family Sharing. You need to either transfer them to another family group or delete their Apple ID by contacting Apple Support.
  2. What steps do I need to take to transfer a child under 13 to another Family Sharing group? To transfer a child under 13, go to Settings > [your name] > Family Sharing, select the child's name, and follow the prompts to get support for the transfer.
  3. Why can't I remove a child under 13 from Family Sharing myself? The restriction is in place to ensure the child's safety and compliance with privacy laws, which require parental controls for minors.
  4. How do I contact Apple Support to delete a child's Apple ID? You can contact Apple Support through the Apple Support app, by calling their support number, or visiting the Apple Support website to get assistance with deleting a child's Apple ID.