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Step-by-step guides for setting up controls, filters, and family accounts.

Illustrated guide showing a parent setting up iPhone Screen Time controls for a child, including app limits, Ask to Buy, and safety settings to help families create a safer digital environment.

The Normal Parent’s Guide to iPhone Screen Time

A simple parent-friendly guide to setting up iPhone Screen Time for kids without the overwhelm. Learn the most important settings, safety features, and controls that actually matter.

May 17, 2026

2 min

A visual diagram showing a parent using an iPhone to create or manage Apple Family Sharing while a child connects an iPad to the family account. The center of the image displays an iPhone Family Sharing setup screen with options to add a member or create a child account. Arrows connect the parent and child devices, highlighting Family Sharing features like Ask to Buy and parental controls. Text labels read “Connect Your Family Devices,” “Parent Initiates,” and “Child Connects.”

TutorialsBeginner 8 min 10 steps

How to Set Up Apple Family Sharing for Your Child (Step-by-Step)

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Illustrated tutorial cover showing a family connected through parental controls, with an iPad in the center displaying Screen Time, content restrictions, and safety settings, guiding a child toward a safer digital experience.

TutorialsBeginner 7 min

How to Set Up Your Child’s iPad Safely

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