KidexGo

Parental controls on iPhone

Parental controls on iPhone: where to start

Decide what you want to change first: time in one app, games during lessons or phone use at night. Each situation calls for a different rule.

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How it works in real life

A daily limit and a schedule do different jobs

A 45-minute game limit sets how long the game can be used. A school schedule from 08:00 to 15:00 sets when it is unavailable. A daily limit alone does not define the hours of use.

How it works

How it works in real life

  1. 01

    Check Apple’s settings

    Open Screen Time in iPhone Settings. If you want to manage a child from the parent’s phone using Apple’s tools, also check Family Sharing and the child’s account.

  2. 02

    Choose apps to control

    Start with the apps whose usage you want to limit. A messenger needed for contact may need different rules from a game.

  3. 03

    Test one rule

    Set a short test limit and check the result on the child’s device. In KidexGo, pair the phones first. Add the rest of your limits and schedules after the first test works.

Screen Time or a separate app?

Screen Time is part of iOS and does not need an extra download. It is a useful starting point for Apple’s built-in restrictions.

In KidexGo, create a child profile, pair the devices and select apps to control. You can then change supported rules or grant extra time from the parent’s app. The Getting started page explains the first setup.

What to check before setup

Check the iOS version on both phones and the requirements of the current KidexGo release. Automatic app discovery depends on the system; some devices need an app selection on the child’s phone.

Remote changes need synchronization. If a change has not arrived, check internet access, the device’s child profile and Apple permissions before creating another profile.

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Sources

What you get

Daily limitSets the time available in a selected app.
App blockPauses access to a selected app.
ScheduleSets the hours when a restriction applies.

Good to know

KidexGo works with iOS mechanisms — it does not promise access Apple does not provide.

The available control depends on the iOS version and the child account setup. KidexGo uses official Apple mechanisms and does not read private messages or browse photos.

FAQ

Common questions

Does iPhone include parental controls?

Yes. Apple provides Screen Time. The available settings and remote management depend on the family setup and system version.

Does a daily limit block games during school?

It does not set specific hours. Use a schedule as well if games must be unavailable during lessons.

Can KidexGo read my child’s messages?

No. KidexGo manages usage time and app access without reading messages or browsing photos.

Guides

Read next

Family Link and iPhoneDoes Family Link work on a child’s iPhone?→Blocking appsHow to block an app on your child’s iPhone→App time limitsHow to set an app time limit on your child’s iPhone→First device setupHow to prepare your child’s iPhone for parental controls→