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How to Set up Parental Controls on Android with Google Family Link

Elsa 8 Steps 100 Seconds Dec 12, 2024

Google Family Link helps parents set digital ground rules to guide their child as they learn, play, and explore online. To set up parental controls on Android using Google Family Link, follow these steps:

Step 1

Download Google Family Link App on both Device

Download the free Google Family Link app on both the parent's (iPhone or Android) and child's devices.

Step 2

Sign into Google account and Add Child

Open the app on the parent's device and sign up parent's Google account. If the child doesn't have a Goolge account, follow the on-screen instructions to create one. Otherwise, tap Yes and continue.

Step 3

Head to Parental controls on Child's Device

Open the child's device and open Parental controls from Setting > Goolge > All services > Parental controls.

Step 4

Begin to Set up Parental Controls on Child's Device

Begin to set up Parental controls by tapping Get started. Then select Child or teen as the device owner and tap next.

Step 5

Link the Two Google Accounts

Follow the on-screen instructions to link the child's Google account to parent's.

Step 6

Confirm Supervision and Link Account

Scroll down to read the whole policy with your child and confirm supervision by enter your child's account password. Then the screen will show that it is linking the accounts.

Step 7

Manage the Kid's Apps and Filters

Once the two accounts are linked, the parent can manage the kid's apps and filters which can also be done from parent's ends.

Step 8

Monitor Child's Activity

Tap Done after the accounts linked, now you can monitor your child's device usage, view activity reports, and remotely lock your child's device when it's time to take a break.

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