What Is the Minimum Age to Create an Apple ID? Complete Guide

Learn the minimum age requirement to create an Apple ID and how Family Sharing allows kids under 13 to use Apple services safely.

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The minimum age to create an Apple ID is 13 years old. However, with Family Sharing, parents can create an account for children under 13 years, giving them access to Apple's ecosystem under parental supervision.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can children under 13 have an Apple ID? Children under 13 cannot create an Apple ID on their own, but parents can set up accounts for them using Apple’s Family Sharing feature.
  2. What is Apple Family Sharing? Apple Family Sharing is a feature that allows parents to create and manage Apple IDs for children under 13, enabling access to Apple services with parental supervision.
  3. Why does Apple require users to be at least 13 years old to create an Apple ID? Apple requires users to be at least 13 years old to comply with legal regulations regarding online privacy and child protection.