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Gave my iPad to my son

I gave my mini iPad to my son. It was not used for years. We restored it. Now what do we do so he can start using it? I’m at a loss

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Posted on Feb 6, 2023 4:17 PM

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You should start by setting up an Apple ID for him. Also set up Family Sharing if you haven’t already.

How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support

Set up Family Sharing - Apple Support


Now, depending on his age, you might want to set up a child account so that you can monitor his screen time and control access to certain features (such as restricting explicit web results).

Create an Apple ID for your child - Apple Support


Let me know if you have more questions, and I hope this helps.

Posted on Feb 6, 2023 4:27 PM

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Feb 6, 2023 4:27 PM in response to Rbadooner

You should start by setting up an Apple ID for him. Also set up Family Sharing if you haven’t already.

How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support

Set up Family Sharing - Apple Support


Now, depending on his age, you might want to set up a child account so that you can monitor his screen time and control access to certain features (such as restricting explicit web results).

Create an Apple ID for your child - Apple Support


Let me know if you have more questions, and I hope this helps.

Gave my iPad to my son

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