What about screen time for those older than 13

I have a 15 year old daughter and I would like to control her phone through screen time on family sharing. Meaning through my device. However - she has to be set as adult if older than 13? Why?

Posted on Apr 20, 2021 10:03 PM

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Apr 20, 2021 10:19 PM in response to mrc6712

Hi you could setup the screen time restrictions on her iPhone and set a passcode only you know. This is Apple’s support page https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/iphone/iphbfa595995/ios

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Apr 21, 2021 7:25 AM in response to mrc6712

An adult at 15? I'm 17 and my dad still controls my phone! Pretty sure you can change the status of your family members via iCloud in your settings app. You might have to use her phone to access it though.

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Apr 21, 2021 7:05 AM in response to scottie-from-idle

That is true but I’m still trying to find a way to make minor changes from my phone.

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