How Do I Stop My Child from Buying Apps on Android?
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How do I block kids from buying apps?

Tap on the Menu icon at the top-right of the screen – it’s three dots, one on top of the other – then tap on Settings. Scroll down to User Controls and tap on Set or change PIN, then enter a four-digit code of your choice. This will now be required to make any changes to these User Controls.

How do I disable in-app purchases on Android?

How to Turn Off In-App Purchases in Smartphones and Tablets

  1. Go to Settings > General > Restrictions.
  2. Tap Enable Restrictions.
  3. Set a Restrictions passcode.
  4. Re-enter the passcode.
  5. Scroll down to In-App Purchases and flick the switch to Off.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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