platform changeReviewed · Sep 10, 2026 · 1 min read
Microsoft Expands Windows Family Safety With Built-In Age Verification
By The Rundown · EditorLow risk
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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What to do
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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Source · news.google.com
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Last updated · Sep 10, 2026
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