Parent Device Guides
Set Up Your Family's Devices Safely
Step-by-step guides for parental controls on phones, tablets, computers, and gaming consoles. Know exactly how to configure each device for your child's age.
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Mac (macOS)
Computers
Use CautionAges 10+ (with controls)Apple
Screen Time
Mac computers run macOS and integrate seamlessly with iPhones and iPads through Apple's ecosystem. Macs use the same Screen Time parental controls as iOS devices, making them easier to manage for Apple families.
Windows PC
Computers
Use CautionAges 10+ (with controls)Various (Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, etc.)
Microsoft Family Safety
Windows PCs are the most common computers in homes and schools. Microsoft Family Safety provides parental controls, though the open nature of computers means they require more oversight than mobile devices.
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