Transition of Family Link Control at Age 18: What You Need to Know

Discover what happens to Google Family Link as your child turns 18 and gains account control.

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When a child turns 18, Family Link gradually transitions control from the parent to the child. The child gains the ability to manage their own account, privacy settings, and app permissions while parents lose control over these features.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can parents retain control after a child turns 18 on Family Link? No, once a child turns 18, Family Link automatically transitions control to the child, and parents can no longer manage the account.
  2. What features does Family Link provide before the child turns 18? Family Link allows parents to set screen time limits, monitor app usage, and manage privacy settings until the child reaches adulthood.
  3. Are there any alternatives to Family Link for managing children's accounts? Yes, there are other parental control apps such as Qustodio and Norton Family that offer similar features for managing children's online activities.

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