{"id":252652,"date":"2026-05-14T06:18:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T06:18:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=252652"},"modified":"2026-05-14T06:18:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T06:18:14","slug":"how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I stop my child from making purchases?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#How_to_Stop_Your_Child_From_Making_Unwanted_Purchases_A_Parents_Guide\" title=\"How to Stop Your Child From Making Unwanted Purchases: A Parent&#8217;s Guide\">How to Stop Your Child From Making Unwanted Purchases: A Parent&#8217;s Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#Implementing_Purchase_Restrictions_A_Multi-Platform_Approach\" title=\"Implementing Purchase Restrictions: A Multi-Platform Approach\">Implementing Purchase Restrictions: A Multi-Platform Approach<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#Android_Devices\" title=\"Android Devices\">Android Devices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#iOS_Devices_iPhones_and_iPads\" title=\"iOS Devices (iPhones and iPads)\">iOS Devices (iPhones and iPads)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#Amazon_Devices\" title=\"Amazon Devices\">Amazon Devices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#Game_Consoles_PlayStation_Xbox_Nintendo_Switch\" title=\"Game Consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)\">Game Consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#Beyond_Device_Settings_Additional_Strategies\" title=\"Beyond Device Settings: Additional Strategies\">Beyond Device Settings: Additional Strategies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#FAQs_Addressing_Common_Concerns\" title=\"FAQs: Addressing Common Concerns\">FAQs: Addressing Common Concerns<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#1_Is_there_a_way_to_block_all_purchases_on_my_childs_device_completely\" title=\"1. Is there a way to block all purchases on my child&#8217;s device completely?\">1. Is there a way to block all purchases on my child&#8217;s device completely?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#2_How_do_I_disable_in-app_purchases_specifically\" title=\"2. How do I disable in-app purchases specifically?\">2. How do I disable in-app purchases specifically?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#3_Can_my_child_bypass_parental_controls_by_creating_a_new_account\" title=\"3. Can my child bypass parental controls by creating a new account?\">3. Can my child bypass parental controls by creating a new account?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#4_Do_parental_controls_turn_off_automatically_at_a_certain_age\" title=\"4. Do parental controls turn off automatically at a certain age?\">4. Do parental controls turn off automatically at a certain age?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#5_How_do_I_lock_parental_controls_so_my_child_cant_change_them\" title=\"5. How do I lock parental controls so my child can&#8217;t change them?\">5. How do I lock parental controls so my child can&#8217;t change them?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#6_How_do_I_turn_off_parental_approval_for_app_purchases\" title=\"6. How do I turn off parental approval for app purchases?\">6. How do I turn off parental approval for app purchases?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#7_How_do_I_block_purchases_on_Amazon_devices\" title=\"7. How do I block purchases on Amazon devices?\">7. How do I block purchases on Amazon devices?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#8_Is_there_a_completely_free_parental_control_app\" title=\"8. Is there a completely free parental control app?\">8. Is there a completely free parental control app?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#9_Can_I_block_certain_types_of_transactions_on_my_debit_card\" title=\"9. Can I block certain types of transactions on my debit card?\">9. Can I block certain types of transactions on my debit card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#10_How_do_I_restrict_in-app_purchases_on_Family_Sharing\" title=\"10. How do I restrict in-app purchases on Family Sharing?\">10. How do I restrict in-app purchases on Family Sharing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#11_How_do_I_turn_off_parental_controls_completely\" title=\"11. How do I turn off parental controls completely?\">11. How do I turn off parental controls completely?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#12_Why_is_Apple_parental_approval_not_working\" title=\"12. Why is Apple parental approval not working?\">12. Why is Apple parental approval not working?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#13_How_do_I_block_an_app_so_it_cant_be_downloaded\" title=\"13. How do I block an app so it can&#8217;t be downloaded?\">13. How do I block an app so it can&#8217;t be downloaded?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#14_How_do_I_control_my_childs_phone_from_mine\" title=\"14. How do I control my child&#8217;s phone from mine?\">14. How do I control my child&#8217;s phone from mine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/#15_At_what_age_should_I_stop_using_parental_controls\" title=\"15. At what age should I stop using parental controls?\">15. At what age should I stop using parental controls?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Stop_Your_Child_From_Making_Unwanted_Purchases_A_Parents_Guide\"><\/span>How to Stop Your Child From Making Unwanted Purchases: A Parent&#8217;s Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The digital world offers incredible learning and entertainment opportunities for kids, but it also presents the risk of <strong>unintentional or unauthorized purchases<\/strong>. Whether it&#8217;s racking up charges on in-app games or buying apps without your permission, the issue can quickly become frustrating and costly. Fortunately, there are several methods to <strong>prevent your child from making purchases<\/strong> on their devices, giving you peace of mind and control over your finances. This guide will walk you through various strategies for different platforms, ensuring a safer digital experience for your family.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implementing_Purchase_Restrictions_A_Multi-Platform_Approach\"><\/span>Implementing Purchase Restrictions: A Multi-Platform Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most effective way to <strong>stop your child from making purchases<\/strong> is to implement parental controls and settings specific to the devices and platforms they use. This involves understanding the tools available on Android, iOS (iPhones and iPads), Amazon devices, and game consoles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Android_Devices\"><\/span>Android Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Google Family Link:<\/strong> This free app is your best friend for managing your child&#8217;s Android device. Within Family Link, you can <strong>set content restrictions<\/strong> for Google Play. Navigate to <strong>Controls > Content restrictions > Google Play<\/strong> and choose the appropriate filters for apps, games, movies, and books.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchase Approval:<\/strong> In Family Link, you can require <strong>purchase approval<\/strong> for all content or just paid content. This means your child needs your permission before completing any purchase on Google Play.<\/li>\n<li><strong>PIN for Purchases:<\/strong> In the Google Play Store app, go to <strong>Settings > Authentication > Require authentication for purchases<\/strong> and choose &#8220;For all purchases through Google Play on this device.&#8221; This forces your child to enter a PIN every time they attempt a purchase.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disabling In-App Purchases:<\/strong> While not a direct option on Android, some games and apps have settings within them to <strong>disable in-app purchases<\/strong>. Check each app individually.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"iOS_Devices_iPhones_and_iPads\"><\/span>iOS Devices (iPhones and iPads)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Screen Time:<\/strong> iOS&#8217;s built-in parental control feature is powerful. Go to <strong>Settings > Screen Time > Content &#038; Privacy Restrictions > iTunes &#038; App Store Purchases<\/strong>. Here, you can <strong>set options to &#8220;Don&#8217;t Allow&#8221;<\/strong> for installing apps, deleting apps, and making in-app purchases. You&#8217;ll need to set a Screen Time passcode to prevent your child from changing these settings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask to Buy:<\/strong> If you use Family Sharing, the <strong>&#8220;Ask to Buy&#8221; feature<\/strong> is invaluable. Go to <strong>Settings > Your Name > Family Sharing > [Child&#8217;s Name] > Ask to Buy<\/strong>. This requires your approval for every purchase your child attempts to make, giving you the final say.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Managed Apple IDs:<\/strong> Managed Apple IDs offer more granular control over a child&#8217;s device, especially in educational settings. They allow you to block specific apps and services, further restricting purchase opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amazon_Devices\"><\/span>Amazon Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Parental Controls:<\/strong> On Amazon devices, open the Amazon Appstore and go to <strong>Account > Settings > Parental Controls<\/strong>. <strong>Enable parental controls<\/strong> and set a password. This password will be required for any purchases made through the Amazon Appstore.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disable In-App Purchasing:<\/strong> Within the Parental Controls settings, you should also find options to <strong>restrict or require passwords for in-app purchases<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Game_Consoles_PlayStation_Xbox_Nintendo_Switch\"><\/span>Game Consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Platform-Specific Parental Controls:<\/strong> Each console has its own set of parental controls. On PlayStation, go to <strong>Settings > Family Management<\/strong>. On Xbox, use the Xbox Family Settings app. On Nintendo Switch, access Parental Controls through System Settings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchase Restrictions and Spending Limits:<\/strong> These controls typically allow you to <strong>restrict game purchases based on age ratings<\/strong>, set spending limits, and require a password for all transactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beyond_Device_Settings_Additional_Strategies\"><\/span>Beyond Device Settings: Additional Strategies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While device settings are crucial, other strategies can complement your efforts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Open Communication:<\/strong> Talk to your child about responsible spending and the value of money. Explain the consequences of making unauthorized purchases. The <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> provides excellent resources for understanding how games can be used for educational purposes, and this can be a great starting point for discussing responsible online behavior. Visit <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> for more information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monitoring and Reviewing Purchases:<\/strong> Regularly review your credit card statements and app store purchase history. This allows you to identify and address any unauthorized purchases quickly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Teaching Budgeting:<\/strong> Help your child understand the concept of a budget and how to manage their own money. This can involve giving them an allowance and encouraging them to save for desired items.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prepaid Gift Cards:<\/strong> Instead of linking your credit card directly to your child&#8217;s account, consider using prepaid gift cards. This limits the amount of money they can spend and prevents unexpected charges.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Account Security:<\/strong> Make sure your account passwords are strong and not shared with your child. Enable two-factor authentication for added security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Addressing_Common_Concerns\"><\/span>FAQs: Addressing Common Concerns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_there_a_way_to_block_all_purchases_on_my_childs_device_completely\"><\/span>1. Is there a way to <strong>block all purchases<\/strong> on my child&#8217;s device completely?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, using a combination of device-level parental controls and platform-specific settings, you can effectively <strong>block all purchases<\/strong>. On iOS, set &#8220;Don&#8217;t Allow&#8221; for all iTunes &amp; App Store Purchases. On Android, require purchase approval for all content in Family Link.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_do_I_disable_in-app_purchases_specifically\"><\/span>2. How do I <strong>disable in-app purchases specifically<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Refer to the device specific instructions above. For example, to disable <strong>in-app purchases on iOS<\/strong>, go to <strong>Settings > Screen Time > Content &#038; Privacy Restrictions > iTunes &#038; App Store Purchases<\/strong> and set &#8220;In-app Purchases&#8221; to &#8220;Don&#8217;t Allow&#8221;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Can_my_child_bypass_parental_controls_by_creating_a_new_account\"><\/span>3. Can my child bypass parental controls by <strong>creating a new account<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s possible, which is why monitoring and open communication are essential. Regularly check your child&#8217;s devices for new accounts and reiterate the importance of following the rules. Family Sharing on iOS helps prevent this, as you manage all accounts linked to your family.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Do_parental_controls_turn_off_automatically_at_a_certain_age\"><\/span>4. <strong>Do parental controls turn off<\/strong> automatically at a certain age?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On Google accounts, children can choose to manage their own account when they turn 13. On iOS, parental controls in Screen Time will not turn off until you manually remove them, even after age 18.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_do_I_lock_parental_controls_so_my_child_cant_change_them\"><\/span>5. How do I <strong>lock parental controls<\/strong> so my child can&#8217;t change them?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On both Android (Family Link) and iOS (Screen Time), you need to <strong>set a PIN or passcode<\/strong> that your child doesn&#8217;t know. This prevents them from disabling or modifying the parental control settings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_do_I_turn_off_parental_approval_for_app_purchases\"><\/span>6. How do I <strong>turn off parental approval<\/strong> for app purchases?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Go to the settings for Google Family Link, or Apple Family Sharing, and select the child&#8217;s account. There should be a tab that states Purchase approvals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_do_I_block_purchases_on_Amazon_devices\"><\/span>7. How do I <strong>block purchases on Amazon<\/strong> devices?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the Amazon Appstore settings, enable <strong>Parental Controls<\/strong> and set a password. This will require a password for any purchases made. You can further restrict in-app purchases within these settings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Is_there_a_completely_free_parental_control_app\"><\/span>8. Is there a <strong>completely free parental control app<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Google Family Link<\/strong> is a free and powerful option for Android devices. iOS&#8217;s built-in Screen Time is also free.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_I_block_certain_types_of_transactions_on_my_debit_card\"><\/span>9. Can I <strong>block certain types of transactions<\/strong> on my debit card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, most banks and credit card companies offer <strong>debit card controls<\/strong> where you can turn your card on\/off, block specific transaction types (e.g., online purchases), and set spending limits.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_How_do_I_restrict_in-app_purchases_on_Family_Sharing\"><\/span>10. How do I <strong>restrict in-app purchases on Family Sharing<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Within Family Sharing on iOS, ensure the <strong>&#8220;Ask to Buy&#8221;<\/strong> feature is enabled for the family member you want to restrict.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_How_do_I_turn_off_parental_controls_completely\"><\/span>11. How do I <strong>turn off parental controls<\/strong> completely?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each device and platform has its own method, but generally, you need to access the parental control settings and disable the feature. On Android, this is done through Family Link. On iOS, it&#8217;s through Screen Time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Why_is_Apple_parental_approval_not_working\"><\/span>12. Why is <strong>Apple parental approval not working<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Common reasons include using different Apple IDs for iCloud and iTunes, outdated software, or issues with Family Sharing settings. Ensure all family members are using the same iCloud account for Family Sharing and that all devices are up to date.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_How_do_I_block_an_app_so_it_cant_be_downloaded\"><\/span>13. How do I <strong>block an app<\/strong> so it can&#8217;t be downloaded?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On Android, you can restrict app downloads based on age ratings in Google Family Link. On iOS, you can prevent app installations entirely through Screen Time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_How_do_I_control_my_childs_phone_from_mine\"><\/span>14. How do I <strong>control my child&#8217;s phone<\/strong> from mine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Google Family Link and Apple Family Sharing allow you to <strong>monitor content, set screen time limits, and even track location<\/strong> from your own device.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_At_what_age_should_I_stop_using_parental_controls\"><\/span>15. At what age should I <strong>stop using parental controls<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a personal decision based on your child&#8217;s maturity and responsibility. As they approach adulthood (16-17), gradually loosen restrictions and have open conversations about responsible technology use.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Stop Your Child From Making Unwanted Purchases: A Parent&#8217;s Guide The digital world offers incredible learning and entertainment opportunities for kids, but it also presents the risk of unintentional or unauthorized purchases. Whether it&#8217;s racking up charges on in-app games or buying apps without your permission, the issue can quickly become frustrating and &#8230; <a title=\"How do I stop my child from making purchases?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-do-i-stop-my-child-from-making-purchases\/\" aria-label=\"More on How do I stop my child from making purchases?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-252652","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/252652","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=252652"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/252652\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=252652"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=252652"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=252652"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}