Friday, June 2, 2023

What is ‘parental control’ and how to activate it on Android and iOS mobiles?

Technology has given us great advances, but it has also brought dangers. Children are increasingly exposed to risks online, such as cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and cyber scams.

Therefore, it is important that parents strive to protect their children and their safety online, especially on Android and iOS mobile devices. Here we tell you what parental power is and how to exercise it.

What is parental authority?

This is a feature that allows you to monitor and control your children’s access to certain files, content and devices. With it, you can protect your little ones from online dangers and control the time they spend online.

How to configure parental control on your mobile devices?

Android

On Android mobiles, you need to visit Google Play and click on the button on the top right. From then on follow this path; Settings > Gender > Parental control. Once there, you will need to turn on the parental controls, you can create a PIN code that only you know so that no one can change the settings.

Add content you want to filter and how you want to restrict access.

iOS (iPhone)

On mobile devices it is somewhat different. Remember that newer iPhones have a much stronger authentication system than Android devices, so you’ll need access to unlock the device with your profile or by knowing the security code.

Then to Options > Ritual time. Go to the Activate screen and follow the instructions below:

  • If you are a parent or legal guardian and want to prevent another family member from changing the settings on your device, tap Use ‘collaborative text Time to create a passcode’ and enter the passcode again. After confirming the passcode, you will be prompted to enter your Apple ID and password. You can use this method to reset the Screen Time passcode if you have forgotten it.
  • If you are setting up a Time Saver on your child’s plan, follow the prompts until you get to the time code and enter the code. Enter the code again to confirm the action. After confirming the passcode, you will be prompted to enter your Apple ID and password. You can use this method to reset the Screen Time passcode if you have forgotten it.
  • Finally, you need to choose the content and restrict the privacy of the account, complete the process by typing in the security code.

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