How to turn on app approval on iPhone?

Managing App Purchases with Family Sharing on iPhone

Family Sharing on iPhone allows you to easily manage app purchases and downloads for family members, offering a degree of control over their digital spending. A key feature within this system is the ability to enable “Ask to Buy” approval. This ensures that any app download or in-app purchase will require explicit permission from a designated adult before going through. This is crucial for managing potential unintended or unwanted expenses, particularly for younger users.

Here’s a straightforward guide on how to activate this important security measure:

Enabling App Approval for Family Members

1. Open Settings: Locate the Settings app on your iPhone’s home screen and tap it to open.

2. Navigate to Family: Scroll down in the Settings menu and tap on “Family.”

3. Select the Family Member: From the Family screen, locate the name of the family member for whom you want to configure Ask to Buy. Tap on their name.

4. Activate Ask to Buy: You will see an option labelled “Ask to Buy.” Toggle the switch beside this option to the “On” position. This will activate the approval process for app downloads and in-app purchases for that specific family member.

By enabling this feature, you are effectively adding a layer of security and control over in-app purchases and app downloads. This process prevents unintended charges by requiring your consent for each transaction. Remember to regularly review the app purchase history of family members using this feature to ensure everything is as expected.