Screentime is Pointless

I’ve had Screentime setup on my kids’ iPhones and and iPads since the release. Over the past year, I’ve noticed it continues to fall off and they no longer have limits. I don’t know the exact issue but is very irritating this program is so ineffective. It seems to be noticed only when one of them is constantly on an app that should have a time limit and you notice you haven’t received a request in a long time. Apple, this needs to be addressed assuming you want it to work properly

Posted on Aug 27, 2023 3:02 PM

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Posted on Aug 28, 2023 2:55 PM

Hello JNS1999,


Thanks for reaching out to the Apple Support Communities!


If Screen Time doesn't seem to be doing anything, is it possible that your kids may know the passcode?


To confirm, you may want to follow these steps to change it and see if this issue continues: If you forgot your Screen Time passcode - Apple Support


Hope this helps!

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Aug 28, 2023 2:55 PM in response to JNS1999

Hello JNS1999,


Thanks for reaching out to the Apple Support Communities!


If Screen Time doesn't seem to be doing anything, is it possible that your kids may know the passcode?


To confirm, you may want to follow these steps to change it and see if this issue continues: If you forgot your Screen Time passcode - Apple Support


Hope this helps!

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