How can my daughter exceed App limits set in Screen Time on iPhone?

How is it possible for my daughter to FAR exceed the App limits I have set?





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iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 29, 2025 9:45 PM

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Apr 29, 2025 10:32 PM in response to GabeMcClintock

"I am 99% sure she doesn’t as I see all the 'password attempts' but just in case I went ahead and changed it. Is that really the ONLY way the times/limits could be so far off?"

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Screen Time Calls Going Through:

What you are reporting an all-too common phenomenon reported on these forums. A password reset usually is the fix; else wise, it comes to resetting the iPhone to Factory Settings, first backing items up and then performing the reset.


See if this link has the tips you need: Use Parental Controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


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Apr 29, 2025 9:51 PM in response to GabeMcClintock

"How can my daughter exceed App limits set in Screen Time on iPhone?: How is it possible for my daughter to FAR exceed the App limits I have set?"

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Troubleshooting Screen Time Passcode:

Perhaps you daughter knows the passcode? So, see about resetting it.

Go Here: If you Forgot your Screen Time Passcode - Apple Support

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