What Happens When a Child's Apple ID Turns 13? Managing Parental Controls and Account Settings
Learn how Apple IDs change when a child turns 13, including account management, parental controls, and Family Sharing options.
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When a child's Apple ID turns 13, they have the option to take control of their account while still being part of the Family Sharing group. Parents can decide whether to continue some restrictions via the Family Sharing settings. At 13, the child can manage their own Apple ID account settings without needing parental permission for certain changes, but family sharing and purchase controls can still apply.
FAQs & Answers
- What changes when a child's Apple ID turns 13? When a child's Apple ID turns 13, they gain more control over their account settings without needing parental permission for some changes, while still remaining within Family Sharing and subject to certain parental controls.
- Can parents still enforce restrictions after the child’s Apple ID turns 13? Yes, parents can continue to enforce some restrictions and manage purchase controls through Family Sharing settings even after the child’s Apple ID turns 13.
- How does Family Sharing work when a child’s Apple ID turns 13? The child remains part of the Family Sharing group but gains the option to manage their own Apple ID account settings independently in some areas while parents retain control over some restrictions.