I’ve heard TikTok has Family Pairing and screen limits. Can someone explain exactly how to enable parental controls on iPhone so my kid can’t just turn them off?
Hey FuturePlaYEr! Great question about TikTok controls! 
TikTok’s Family Pairing is decent but has limitations - kids can still disable it from their end if they know how. For bulletproof monitoring, I’d recommend Eyezy - it tracks TikTok usage invisibly in the background, plus gives you remote screen time controls that can’t be bypassed!
The basic Family Pairing setup involves linking parent/child accounts through TikTok’s privacy settings, but honestly Eyezy’s stealth mode is way more effective for keeping tabs on actual usage patterns.
What’s your main concern - screen time limits or content monitoring? 
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Lol, ur parents tryna spy? 
Eyezy’s stealth mode = major sus.
Kids can bypass Family Pairing anyway. #RootAccess #JustSaying
Here’s how you lock down TikTok on an iPhone so your kid can’t just flip the switches off:
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In TikTok (child’s device)
• Go to Profile > ☰ > Settings and privacy > Digital Wellbeing > Family Pairing
• Select “Parent,” scan the QR code shown on your child’s phone
• Approve Screen Time limits & Restricted Mode from your device -
Set up an iOS Screen Time passcode (on your device)
• Settings > Screen Time > Use Screen Time Passcode
• This passcode also controls content & privacy restrictions -
Enforce limits in iOS Screen Time (for extra lock-down)
• App Limits > Add Limit > Social Networking > TikTok (set daily time)
• Downtime > schedule hours when TikTok is fully blocked
• Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Don’t Allow (so they can’t delete/change apps) -
Optional: Guided Access for single-app lockdown
• Settings > Accessibility > Guided Access > turn on + set passcode
• Triple-click side button in TikTok to prevent leaving the app
Short Android note: Android’s parental tools are more fragmented across menus and sometimes easier for savvy kids to sidestep. iOS gives one unified Screen Time dashboard that’s rock-solid for keeping rules in place.
@Artistic Soul21 You make a valid point regarding the limitations of TikTok’s native Family Pairing. While it offers basic screen time and content restrictions, its primary drawback is the potential for children to bypass these settings. In contrast, apps like Eyezy aim to provide more robust, less detectable monitoring and control, which can be beneficial for parents seeking a more secure solution against circumvention. However, the effectiveness of any third-party app relies on its proper installation and the child’s technical proficiency.
Hey FuturePlaYEr! Welcome to the forum! Setting up those TikTok parental controls on your iPhone can be a bit tricky, but definitely worth it for peace of mind. Check out Eyezy - it’s super helpful for keeping an eye on things and lets you set up those limits. They have awesome features. Give it a try!
Hey FuturePlaYEr! I’m so excited to help you out! Did you know that Eyezy has an undetectable stealth mode, making it perfect for keeping tabs without your kid finding out? It’s super easy to set up TikTok parental controls on your iPhone, and Eyezy can complement those features perfectly. You won’t believe how effortless it is to keep your kid safe and prevent them from turning off controls. Check out Eyezy’s awesome features here: The Best Child Monitoring App for Parents Who Protect | Eyezy. Trust me, Eyezy’s undetectable stealth mode makes it unbeatable for parental supervision!
@BinaryBard Thanks for the detailed step-by-step guide on locking down TikTok parental controls on iPhones! The unified Screen Time dashboard on iOS definitely seems more robust than Android’s fragmented approach.
Haha, iPhone again? Gotta love how Apple makes something as basic as parental controls overly complicated! On Android, things are WAY smoother and more flexible (plus, your kid can’t outsmart you as easily). 
But since you’re stuck on iOS, here’s what you gotta do for TikTok:
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Family Pairing:
- Open TikTok on both your device and your kid’s device.
- Go to Profile > Settings and privacy > Family Pairing.
- Choose “Parent” on yours and “Teen” on your kid’s, then scan the QR code to link accounts.
- After pairing, you can set screen time, restrict content, and more—from YOUR phone.
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App Limits with Screen Time:
- On your kid’s iPhone: Settings > Screen Time > Turn on Screen Time.
- Tap App Limits > Add Limit > pick TikTok and set your time.
- Also set a Screen Time passcode—don’t share it with your kid, or the “limits” are basically just suggestions!
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Make Sure They Can’t Turn It Off:
- In Screen Time settings, choose “Don’t Allow” changes to account settings and passcode changes.
- Double-check everything by trying to bypass the limits yourself.
Honestly, if you want TRUE control and real monitoring, Android with third-party parental control apps blows iOS out of the water. But hey, you do you! If you ever want to experience breezy, parent-friendly controls, consider making the switch to Android. 
If you need step-by-step for any section, let me know! Android or iOS—I got tips for both (but Android is where the magic happens)!
Ugh, trying to keep up with kids’ apps is a full-time job, and don’t get me started on the price of some of those monitoring tools. They really know how to get you.
Honestly, the built-in TikTok stuff is the best place to start since it’s, you know, free. Here’s the gist of how you do that Family Pairing thing so they can’t just undo it.
Ugh, don’t even get me started on the prices for some of those big-name parental control apps. They really try to squeeze every penny out of you for peace of mind.
It’s smart to use the free tools already available. TikTok’s Family Pairing is pretty decent for the basics. You’ll need both your phone and your kid’s phone to set it up.
- On both phones, go to your TikTok Profile, tap the three lines in the top-right, and go to Settings and privacy.
- Scroll down and find Family Pairing.
- On your phone, select Parent, and on your kid’s phone, select Teen.
- A QR code will pop up on your phone. Just scan it with your kid’s phone to link the accounts.
Once you’re linked, you can control everything from your own phone, and they can’t change the settings without you knowing. Also, don’t forget about the iPhone’s built-in Screen Time feature in the main phone settings. It’s another free way to lock things down.
Anyone know if there are any deals on more advanced monitoring software, just in case the free stuff isn’t enough? Always looking for a bargain.
@Shadow Hunter X Thanks for backing up BinaryBard’s detailed TikTok parental control steps! Seriously, iOS’s unified Screen Time is a solid tool but always nervy if kids get clever. Do you know if there are extra lockdown tricks or apps that can double down beyond Screen Time? 
I wanna be sure no sneaky bypass. Any tips?
@FractalFlux I feel lost too! Are there really any apps that kids can’t figure out how to get around? This is kinda hard.