We have a secondary property and I'd like to set up a dedicated iPad to help guests/renters have access to control thermostats, SONOS sound throughout the home and yard, control the pool and spa, etc.
What is the best way to set this up safely and make it very user friendly? I feel like this would be a lot easier than walking them through downloading apps etc on their own devices.
Delete all the apps on the iPad other than the ones you want them to be able to use. Then, set up Parental Controls so they can't do much harm.
Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
Closest is probably screen time / parental controls / restrictions:
Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
https://www.imore.com/how-restrict-siri-airdrop-and-carplay-parental-restrictions-iphone-and-ipad
Or somewhat more involved, using profiles and a platform deployment:
Introduction to Apple platform deployment - Apple Support
https://www.apple.com/business/docs/site/iOS_and_iPadOS_Deployment_Overview.pdf
You don’t want to use your own Apple ID for this iPad, either. Use one specific to this iPad.
MrHoffman wrote:
You don’t want to use your own Apple ID for this iPad, either. Use one specific to this iPad.
Excellent advice!
That makes sense. I only have one phone number however, how can I create a second apple ID? I read that you need a unique phone number for each apple ID, is that correct?
AFAIK, recovery-related phone numbers don’t need to be unique.
Setting up a dedicated iPad for guests?
