Newsroom Update

Apple and Google deliver support for unwanted tracking alerts in iOS and Android. Learn more >

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

How do I keep my text messages on my phone (parent) from populating on my child’s phone?

How do I keep my text messages on my phone (parent) from populating on my child’s phone?

iPhone X, iOS 13

Posted on Aug 6, 2020 5:48 AM

Reply
Question marked as Best reply

Posted on Aug 6, 2020 5:58 AM

Stop sharing an iCloud account. You each need your own.

If the child is under 13, you will have to create an ID for them using Family Sharing.

2 replies

How do I keep my text messages on my phone (parent) from populating on my child’s phone?

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple ID.