Tips and recommendations 

How do I set up a separate Apple ID for family?

Leia Doyle

How do I set up a separate Apple ID for family?

Use a different Apple ID to share purchases with Family Sharing

  1. Tap Settings > [your name], then click Family Sharing.
  2. Tap your name.
  3. Tap Account.
  4. Erase the Apple ID that’s listed, then enter the Apple ID and password that you want to use.
  5. Tap Use This Account.

How do I approve Family Sharing requests?

If you’re a parent in a family group, you can approve or deny requests for content from Google Play….Approve or deny requests

  1. When a family member makes a purchase, they’ll see a screen that asks for your password.
  2. Review the request.
  3. To approve it, enter your Google Account password on their device.
  4. Tap Approve.

What is Apple family ID?

Instead of sharing an Apple ID with your child, you can create an Apple ID for them. Then they can use Family Sharing, Messages, the App Store and other Apple services.

Can I have 2 Apple accounts?

Answer: A: You can create 2 Apple IDs to do that. That will keep your work related information separate from your personal information. There shouldn’t be any complications from using two Apple IDs unless you need to share data between the two IDs.

Why can’t I approve apps on Family Sharing?

You can’t ask permission, because you have signed in with iCloud and iTunes accounts that are not associated with each other.” When you see this message, check which Apple ID you’re signed in with, check your Family Sharing settings, and make sure that you’re on a supported device.

Can Family Sharing see my photos?

When you share a link to your album, anyone with the link can view and add to the album or photos. If you share an album that automatically adds photos of face groups, anyone with access to the album can view photos as they’re added.

Can I have 2 Apple IDs for 2 phones?

Short answer is you can’t have both. By sharing an Apple ID, you are the same person using 2 different devices.

How many devices can you use your Apple ID on?

ten devices
More about associated devices You can have ten devices (no more than five computers) associated with your Apple ID for purchases at one time.

Can Family Sharing See my free apps?

You have to first switch on Family Sharing by inviting each member of your family to the system. Once you have, though, they can see every app you’ve ever bought.

How do I turn off restrictions on my iPhone if I don’t know the password?

Here are the steps:

  1. Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
  2. Click on General.
  3. Tap Restrictions.
  4. Enter the passcode you just recovered using the above process.
  5. Select Disable Restrictions and re-enter the passcode to confirm.