You can change the Screen Time passcode for a child in your Apple Family Sharing group directly from your device. Here's how:
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Navigate to Screen Time Settings: On your device, go to Settings, then tap "Screen Time."
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Select Child's Account: Scroll down to the "Family" section and tap on the name of the child whose Screen Time passcode you want to change.
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Initiate Passcode Change: Tap "Change Screen Time Passcode," then tap "Change Screen Time Passcode" again.
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Authenticate: Authenticate using Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode (the one you use to unlock your iPhone or iPad). This verifies you're the parent/guardian making the change.
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Enter New Passcode: Enter the new four-digit Screen Time passcode you want to use.
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Confirm New Passcode: Re-enter the new Screen Time passcode to confirm it.
The Screen Time passcode will now be updated for that child's account. This passcode is crucial for granting additional screen time, changing Screen Time settings, and bypassing app limits you've set up. Make sure to choose a passcode that you'll remember but that your child won't easily guess.
