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Setup steps checked October 2026.
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Set up Disney+ Junior Mode, content ratings and profile PINs, and create a safe streaming experience for children of all ages.
Talk about it
- What's your favorite thing to watch on Disney+ right now?Starts from what they enjoy and makes it easy to keep talking about their shows.
- Have you seen anything in Marvel or Star Wars that felt too intense?Those films can be scarier than the characters suggest, and asking makes it normal to say so.
- Do you know why your profile is set up the way it is?Explaining the settings together helps them see the limits as care, not punishment.
- Want to watch the first episode of that new show together?A shared first episode lets you judge a series and gives you something to talk about.
The full guide
Disney+ is one of the most family-friendly streaming services, with Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic titles. For subscribers with the Disney+ and Hulu bundle, Hulu's library also appears inside the Disney+ app, which brings TV-MA shows and R-rated movies into the same app. Profile settings on Disney+ also apply to that Hulu content, so the controls below cover both.
Understanding Disney+ Profiles
Profile Types
- Standard profile: Sees titles up to the content rating set on the profile
- Junior Mode profile: A space for younger viewers with titles suitable for all ages, no commercial breaks and a simpler design (Junior Mode was called "Kids Profile" in older versions of the app)
Why Profiles Matter
Each profile can have:
- Its own content rating
- Its own recommendations and Continue Watching row
- A 4-digit profile PIN
- Its own avatar and name
Setting Up a Junior Mode Profile
Go to Edit Profiles
Select your profile icon and choose "Edit Profiles" (on the web, disneyplus.com/edit-profiles).
Add a New Profile
Choose "Add Profile" and enter your child's name.
Turn On Junior Mode
Turn on Junior Mode. You can switch it on or off in the Disney+ app or a supported web browser at any time. The primary profile can't be a Junior Mode profile.
Turn On Kid-Proof Exit
In the profile's settings, turn on Kid-Proof Exit. Your child then has to complete an exit challenge to leave Junior Mode.
What Junior Mode Restricts
- Only shows titles suitable for viewers of all ages
- Content ratings can't be changed on a Junior Mode profile
- Leaves out unrated live content such as sports and news
- No commercial interruptions
Create one profile per child so recommendations and content match each child's age. A 4-year-old and a 12-year-old need very different experiences.
Content Ratings on Disney+
Understanding the Ratings
| Rating | Typical Content |
|---|---|
| TV-Y | All children, ages 2–6 |
| TV-Y7 | Children 7 and up |
| TV-G | General audiences |
| TV-PG | Parental guidance suggested |
| TV-14 | Parents strongly cautioned |
| G | All audiences (movies) |
| PG | Parental guidance (movies) |
| PG-13 | Parents strongly cautioned (movies) |
| TV-MA | Mature audiences only |
| R | Restricted (movies) |
Setting Content Ratings for Standard Profiles
Each profile has its own rating, and titles above it are hidden. The primary profile, and any profile with a date of birth showing 18 or older, starts at TV-MA. For a 10-year-old, PG is usually right. For teens, PG-13 may be appropriate with discussion.
Unrated Live Content
Under Parental Controls on a profile, you can turn off "Allow titles without ratings like live sports, news, and more" to hide unrated live content. Junior Mode profiles already leave these out.
Profile PIN
Lock Your Adult Profile
Set a four-digit profile PIN. This keeps children out of your profile and the mature titles in it.
Marvel, Star Wars, some National Geographic titles and any Hulu content in the app can include violence and themes unsuitable for young children. Lock adult profiles with a PIN.
Lock a Teen's Profile from Younger Siblings
If you have children of different ages, lock older children's profiles so younger ones can't switch into them.
Restrict Profile Creation
Stop New, Unrestricted Profiles
On your Account page (disneyplus.com/account), turn on the profile creation restriction. Your password is then needed to create a new profile, so a child can't make their own unrestricted one.
Content Worth Knowing About
Marvel Content
Most Marvel Cinematic Universe films are rated PG-13 and include:
- Significant violence
- Intense action sequences
- Mature themes
Worth previewing before younger children watch.
Star Wars Content
Ranges from the more family-friendly Clone Wars series (TV-PG) to Andor and some films with darker themes. Review before allowing.
National Geographic
Includes nature documentaries that may show predators, animal death and difficult topics. Often fine for older children with some context.
Before letting your child watch a new series or film alone, watch the first episode together. It's the best way to judge it and it opens a conversation.
Viewing Activity
Check What Your Child Has Watched
Disney+'s parental controls don't include a viewing-history report. The Continue Watching row on your child's profile shows what they've started recently.
Autoplay Controls
Turn Off Autoplay
Turn off Autoplay so the next episode doesn't start by itself. Repeat this for each profile.
Screen Time
No Built-in Timer
Disney+ does not include a viewing time limit. Use your device's parental controls:
- iPhone and iPad Screen Time
- Google Family Link on Android
- Smart TV parental controls
Set a daily time limit for Disney+ with your phone or tablet's parental controls so viewing stays where you want it.
Age-Based Recommendations
Ages 3–6
- Junior Mode on, with Kid-Proof Exit
- Watch together when you can
- Autoplay off
- Favorites: Disney Jr., Pixar shorts, early Pixar films
Ages 7–10
- Junior Mode, or a standard profile capped at PG
- Adult profiles locked
- Glance at Continue Watching now and then
- Introduce PG films together
Ages 11–13
- Standard profile capped at PG or PG-13
- Adult profiles locked
- Talk about Marvel films before watching
- Raise the rating step by step
Ages 14–17
- Standard profile, adjusted with your teen
- Open conversation about mature themes
- Loosen settings as they show good judgment
Quick Setup Checklist
Additional Resources
Disney+ is now set up with age-appropriate profiles and PINs. With Junior Mode and content ratings in place, your children can explore Disney's world safely.