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Parental controls for Apple, Android and other devices

Whether your child uses Apple, Android or other devices, it’s important to consider the available parental controls and setting available.

Choose your child’s device below to find step-by-step instructions on setting up parental controls. Manage everything from location tracking to screen time balance.

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Find device-specific step-by-step guides

Get useful tips to help children use smartphones and mobile devices safely. Explore each guide for simple steps to set up parental controls, manage privacy, block content, and more.

Stay connected with Family Pairing on TikTok

Keep your teen safe on TikTok. Link accounts to easily manage screen time, content, and privacy, all from your phone. Peace of mind, instantly.

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Create healthy screen time

Help your teen balance TikTok with life. Use Screen Time Limits and Time Away to prevent overuse and encourage healthy breaks. Empower them to manage their time.

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Keep their feed age-appropriate

Worried about what your teen sees? Restricted Mode filters out mature content, creating a safer browsing experience. Protect their eyes and minds.

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Manage who can contact them

Control who can send messages to your teen—or turn messaging off entirely. For under 16s, direct messages are off by default, giving you extra peace of mind.

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Discover what to consider when buying children’s first device

Get guidance on what to consider when buying a child’s first device to make sure they are set up for success.

Quick tip: If you are sharing devices with kids, create a child’s account on the device to restrict access to suitable apps and platforms.