Manage your child's screen time

You can set screen time limits to lock your child's Android device at bedtime, after they've used it for a certain amount of time, or when you think they need a break.

How screen time limits work

When you set a limit for your child's screen time on their Android device, they'll get a notification when:

• Screen time is set for the first time
• Their device is about to be locked

When the device is locked, your child:

• Can't see notifications
• Can't unlock the device or use any apps
• Can answer phone calls, and tap Emergency to make a call if the device has a calling plan

Set daily limits

1. Open the Family Link app .
2. Select your child.
3. On the "Daily limit" card, tap Edit limits.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to set a daily limit.

Note: Daily limits apply to each Android device your child uses. For example, if you set a daily limit of 2 hours, your child would get 2 hours of time on each Android device.

Set a bedtime

1. Open the Family Link app .
2. Select your child.
3. On the "Bedtime" card, tap Edit schedule.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to set a bedtime.

Lock or unlock your child's Android device

1. Open the Family Link app .
2. Select your child.
3. On the card for one of your child's Android devices, tap Lock now or Unlock.

Note: You can also use a parent access code to unlock your child's device if it isn't connected to the Internet.