How to Set iPhone Parental Control Settings for TikTok? – Restricting Screen Time

By Gaurav Rathore
Gaurav Rathore

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In the realm of attention-grabbing social media apps, TikTok seems to claim the crown for its popularity. The ByteDance-owned platform surely captivates teenagers across the globe, yet it finds itself in a soup after being banned in many countries. Reason? Obscene content and security threats.

If your kid is also spending time on it, there are enough reasons to think about iPhone parental control settings for TikTok. Here, limiting screen time comes up as the most effective solution, and this blog will mention five simple ways to set it up.

Quick Answer: It is possible to limit screen time on TikTok, you can either set it via App Limits, Downtime Feature, Family Sharing, Family Pairing, or with the help of third-party apps.

5 Effective Ways to Limit Screen Time on TikTok

Apart from turning on Restricted Mode, limiting screen time is one of the best TikTok parental controls you can set. Below are five ways that can help you with it.

Via App Limits in iPhone Settings

Being an iPhone user, you can simply set a screen time limit on any app. If your kid is spending a lot of time on TikTok, you can restrict your kid’s screen time by following these steps:

  • On your kid’s iPhone, open Settings >> Screen Time >> App Limits.
    App Limits on iPhone
  • Now, you need to choose the category for the app for which a limit will be set. Tap the Creativity category, and select TikTok from the dropdown menu.
  • Tap Next and set the time limit for the usage. Let’s say you set the limit at 1 hour, tap Add to confirm the action.
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That’s it, Now your kid will only be able to use TikTok for only 1 hour a day.

With Downtime Feature

iPhones come with a feature called Downtime that can be used to restrict the installed apps. To set Downtime on your iPhone for a few apps, follow these steps:

  • Open Settings >> Screen Time.
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  • Now, before proceeding further with Downtime, tap Always Allow and add the apps that you don’t want to put a limit to.
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  • Go back to the previous menu option and open Downtime. Then, tap “Turn on Downtime Until Schedule.”
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    Set the time limit and you’re done.

Using Family Sharing

To set parental controls on TikTok for iPhone, you can also consider Family Sharing. You just have to link your kid’s phone to this feature, and it will help you monitor their actions remotely. Just follow these steps:

  • Open Settings and tap on your name.
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  • Tap Family Sharing from the list of options.
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  • Tap Get Started.
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Now, add your kid’s account there and follow the on-screen instructions to establish a family group. Once you do that, set a screen time to your child’s device for using TikTok.

With Family Pairing on TikTok

TikTok is undoubtedly popular among underage kids. As a concerned parent, you must consider using its Family Pairing Feature to protect your kids from potential online dangers. Follow these steps to set it up:

  • Open the TikTok app and tap the profile icon at the bottom right. 
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  • Then, tap the hamburger menu >> Settings and privacy >> Family Pairing.
  • Then, tap Continue >> Proceed as a Parent >> Scan the QR from your child’s phone to send an invite.
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You can now set up the privacy options and add restrictions to the content, limit the screen time on TikTok, and manage the incoming texts.

Using a Third-Party App

There can be several third-party apps that you can consider for setting parental control on iPhone while using TikTok or any other social media app. 

Some of the best options would be:

  • Qustodio
  • Bark
  • Family Link (by Google)
  • Net Nanny
  • Our Pact


Using any of these apps will give you the benefit of tracking your child’s online activities, including actions taken on TikTok. Moreover, some apps even help you customize the settings so that your children never engage with any mature content.

Final Words – Outdoor Activities Are Always Better 

Restricting content on TikTok and other social media apps can surely protect your child from potential dangers. However, it is highly recommended to focus on teaching them good habits and engaging them in other outdoor activities.

Best of all, you can spend time with your children instead of letting them waste their time on social media.

FAQ

How do I put parental controls on an iPhone?

To set parental controls on your iPhone, open Settings >> Screen Time >> Content & Privacy Restrictions >> Content Restrictions >> Web Content. Then, limit any websites that seem inappropriate. 

Can you put parental controls on TikTok on iPhone?

Yes, you can use the built-in parental control features on the phone and even link your child’s account using Family Pairing.

How do I make TikTok child friendly?

You can enable security settings like activating Restricted mode, adding Comment filters, setting Daily screen time, and linking your account using Family Pairing.

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