Understanding Apple Pay Use for Teens: Why Your 13-Year-Old Can't Access It

Learn why Apple Pay restricts usage for those under 13 and how parents can enable transactions within Family Sharing settings.

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Apple Pay requires users to be at least 13 years old to comply with legal and privacy regulations. If your 13-year-old is having issues, ensure Family Sharing and Apple Cash Family are set up. Parents can then authorize Apple Pay usage within these settings, allowing teens to make transactions under parental supervision.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the minimum age to use Apple Pay? Users must be at least 13 years old to use Apple Pay due to legal and privacy compliance.
  2. How can I set up Apple Pay for my child? To set up Apple Pay for your child, ensure Family Sharing is enabled and authorize Apple Cash Family transactions.
  3. Can I control my teen's Apple Pay usage? Yes, parents can supervise transactions through Apple Cash Family settings within Family Sharing.
  4. What do I do if my teen can't access Apple Pay? Check Family Sharing and Apple Cash Family settings to ensure they are correctly configured for your teen's account.