Want to manage your child’s screen time and protect them from inappropriate content on their MacBook? 🧠💡
Here’s how to set up Parental Controls using Screen Time on macOS:
🔒 Step-by-Step Guide:
1️⃣ Create a Child Account
➡️ Go to System Settings (or System Preferences)
➡️ Click Users & Groups → Add a new user
➡️ Choose Standard and check “Is a child account”
2️⃣ Enable Screen Time
➡️ Go to System Settings > Screen Time
➡️ Choose your child’s account
➡️ Turn ON Screen Time
3️⃣ Set App Limits
🕐 Limit games, social media, or specific apps
➡️ Click App Limits → Add time limits
4️⃣ Set Downtime
🛑 Block access during sleep or homework time
➡️ Go to Downtime → Set start and end time
5️⃣ Restrict Content
🚫 Filter adult websites, block explicit content
➡️ Go to Content & Privacy Restrictions
✅ Enable and configure Web, Store, and App restrictions
📌 Bonus Tips:
Use “Ask to Buy” for App Store purchases
Get weekly reports of usage
Keep admin access for yourself
👨👩👧👦 Keeping kids safe online starts with smart tools—macOS gives you full control.
Set it once, and stay worry-free! ✅