Can I share Minecraft with family?

Yes, you can share Minecraft with family using the Family Sharing feature, which allows you to share purchased apps, including Minecraft, with up to six family members, and each member can download their own copy of the game on their Apple device or Android device without needing to purchase it again. The Minecraft Bedrock Edition can be shared among family members with only one purchase, but the Java Edition requires a separate purchase for each user.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Do I have to buy Minecraft for each child? No, with Family Sharing, you can share the game with your family members, and they can download it on their devices without needing to purchase it again, but each child needs their own Minecraft account to play.
2. Can you share Minecraft between accounts? Yes, using the family share feature, Minecraft Bedrock Edition can be shared by several users with only one purchase, but Java Edition requires a separate purchase for each user.
3. Can multiple users use Minecraft? Yes, but if multiple Minecraft accounts log in via the same computer user account, they will be able to access each other’s saved worlds.

Purchasing and Downloading

4. Do I have to pay for Minecraft on each device? No, if you haven’t played for a while or you’ve switched devices, you do not have to buy Minecraft again, and you can download it from the Minecraft website or the app store.
5. Can two kids share a Minecraft account? No, as each account is a single user, if one person is logged into that account and playing, another player cannot also log into that same account and play.
6. Can I install Minecraft on two computers? Yes, Minecraft purchases are tied to your account (email address) and not a device, so you can download and install Minecraft: Java Edition on as many computers as you want.

Family Sharing and Library

7. How do I add Minecraft to my family library? You can add Minecraft to your family library by navigating to the My Apps & Games section within the Minecraft: Bedrock Edition details page and turning on Family Library.
8. Do you have to buy Minecraft twice for two computers? No, you don’t have to buy Minecraft twice, but you do have to buy a second account if you want them to have separate accounts.
9. Can I play Minecraft on two devices without buying it twice? Yes, you can play Minecraft on two devices without buying it twice, but all devices connecting to the shared world must be the same edition of Minecraft.

Safety and Parental Control

10. Should I let my kid have a Minecraft account? Yes, Minecraft is a popular and engaging game that offers many benefits for children, including promoting creativity, problem-solving skills, and social interaction, but parents should be aware of the potential risks, such as exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and addiction.
11. What is a Minecraft Family account? A Microsoft account makes it easy for your child to find their friends and invite them to play Minecraft online, and as a parent, you can control who they add to keep them safe.
12. Is Minecraft safer than Roblox for kids? Yes, in general, Minecraft is a safer game for kids, but parents of kids playing Roblox should use age-restricted mode or similar settings to keep their kids away from inappropriate content.

Technical Questions

13. Can I copy Minecraft to another computer? Yes, you can copy Minecraft to another computer by installing the game on the new computer and then copying the Minecraft worlds from the old computer to the new one.
14. Do you have Minecraft forever once you buy it? Yes, once you pay for an app or a game, it’ll stay in your library forever, and you don’t need to pay again to download Minecraft or any other game.
15. Is Minecraft a one-time purchase or subscription? Buying Minecraft requires a one-time purchase for the account, and the account has to be compatible with the device, but some features, such as Minecraft Realms, may require a subscription.