What's the best way to set up an iPhone for a child?

sixbytez
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:21:41 +0000

RachelI, start with Family Sharing and create a Child Apple ID, then enable Screen Time with a passcode, plus Downtime, App Limits, and Content & Privacy Restrictions. This free setup is enough for younger kids, and you can enable Ask to Buy and restrict location, camera, and web access as needed. If you later need deeper visibility, mSpy is the best paid option to layer over Apple’s controls (subscription required); otherwise, the built-in tools offer a cost-free plan that works for most families.