can i have family sharing with an android or computer I do not have an apple product only my computer or an android phone with sync for icloud I have 2 grandsons with ipod/pads on family sharing but do not get download app permission requests what can I do please can someone help If I have to take them off sharing it defeats the whole purpose of family sharing
iPod touch, iOS 6.1.6
Then no. You need an Apple device or an Apple computer to manage Family Sharing, and manage the Ask to buy Notifications.
You chose to start Family Sharing, nobody forced you to use it, but you do need an Apple device to continue to Manage it. Just like you would need an Android Device to manage Google's Family option, and like you would need a Samsung device to manage their version.
Each manufacturer may restrict certain things to their own devices or platforms. This is not uncommon. And If you chose to go without Apple devices, then some things simply can no longer be done.
You'll still need an Apple device to cancel Family Sharing and remove them from the Family group if that is what you want to do.
Then no. You need an Apple device or an Apple computer to manage Family Sharing, and manage the Ask to buy Notifications.
You chose to start Family Sharing, nobody forced you to use it, but you do need an Apple device to continue to Manage it. Just like you would need an Android Device to manage Google's Family option, and like you would need a Samsung device to manage their version.
Each manufacturer may restrict certain things to their own devices or platforms. This is not uncommon. And If you chose to go without Apple devices, then some things simply can no longer be done.
You'll still need an Apple device to cancel Family Sharing and remove them from the Family group if that is what you want to do.
No. From Set up Family Sharing - Apple Support:
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You can be a part of only one family at a time. Here's what you need to set up Family Sharing:
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While family sharing can be used on a PC once set up, an Apple device or computer is required to set it up.
Not sure how you would be taking them out of Family Sharing if its not already set up.
If its already set up, it can continue to be used as it has been used. Purchases made through iTunes on a PC can still be shared. You won't be able to manage the Family Sharing group from iTunes on a PC however.
Do note, that if your grandchildren are already part of a Family Sharing group with their parents, they would not be able to join your unless they are removed from their original group first. If under 13 years old, they would have to be transferred to your Family Group from their original one.
Sorry neither of the parents have an apple account which is why they are on my family sharing however i no longer have an apple device only computer so i am not receiving permission requests so i guess i either have to lie about their ages and trust them or work out a way to get notification they are only 9 and 11
I am not happy to have a company dictate to me what devices i have to buy so sorry not a lot of help but thanks
Thanks Phil0124 thats what i thought just hoped i could do it on a windows computer perhaps you could help solve another problem the ipad just buffers it suddenly doesnt download updates or games what have we done wrong
It is clear im not that good with apple products lol
Thanks in advance Lois
What do you mean by "buffers" exactly? The download circle never fills?
Have you tried connecting to a different Wifi network?
Have you tried resetting the iPad? Hold down the home and power / sleep buttons together for 10 seconds or until the Apple logo shows up. Let the iPad reboot.
Yeh the circle just keeps spinning it doesnt stop to begin the download he has tried differrent networks but no joy only thing we havent done is a reset will he loose all his games with a reset? It was working fine then just stopped doing it is that common or has he turned something off in settings he is 11 but loves his ipad and ipod
Thanks
No. The Reset will not cause any loss of data. It's just like rebooting a computer.
If the reset does not help, then the next step is a restore to factory.
You can make a backup before restoring and use that to put all the data back onto the iPad.
1. Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support
then
2. Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support
Thanks i will get him to do that and let you know thankyou so very much for your quick responses and helpful suggestions you have educated an old lady lol
can i have family sharing with an android or computer
