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platform changeReviewed · Sep 10, 2026 · 1 min read

Microsoft Expands Windows Family Safety With Built-In Age Verification

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Microsoft has added age verification and expanded parental control features to Windows Family Safety, its built-in tool for managing child accounts. These features let parents set spending limits, screen time rules, and app restrictions directly on Windows devices.

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Set up Windows Family Safety on devices your child uses. Review our "Windows 11 Parental Controls (Microsoft Family Safety) — Complete Setup Guide" to enable age verification and configure screen time, app, and spending controls.

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