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How Do I Add My Child to Family Sharing?

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Adding your child to Family Sharing allows you to share your Apple subscriptions, purchases, and more with them. Here's how to do it:

1. On Your Device:

  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
  • Tap on your Apple ID banner at the top.
  • Select Family Sharing.
  • Tap Add Family Member.

2. Choose a Method:

  • Invite with Email: Enter your child's email address.
  • Invite with Phone Number: Enter your child's phone number.
  • Create Account for a Child: Choose this option if your child does not have an Apple ID yet.

3. Follow the Instructions:

  • Your child will receive an invitation to join Family Sharing.
  • They need to accept the invitation on their device.
  • Once they accept, they will be added to your family.

4. Manage Family Sharing:

  • You can adjust your child's settings within Family Sharing.
  • You can control their app purchases, screen time, location sharing, and more.

5. Note:

  • Your child must be at least 13 years old to join Family Sharing.
  • If you're using an Apple TV, you can add family members through the Settings app.

Remember:

  • You can also add other family members to your Family Sharing group.
  • You can manage the Family Sharing settings from any of your devices.

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