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Why are Screen Time requests being automatically approved?

I’ve started to receive Screen Time requests from my daughter via iMessage and the requests are being automatically approved. At 12:01 in the morning. While she is sleeping


Is there a way to fix this?

iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on Oct 23, 2024 10:40 AM

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Oct 23, 2024 11:26 AM in response to romuald64

I assume you mean the Ask to Buy requests. Not sure what you are seeing where they are automatically being approved at 12:01, do you maybe have a screenshot without any personal information to visualize what you are seeing. Normally when you approve the request, the app is automatically downloaded to the child's device.

Approve what kids buy with Ask to Buy - Apple Support


  • Do you also have a Mac, where the child can review/approve the requests when signed into your account?
  • Do they happen to know the Screen Time passcode to remove the option and download the app, then turn it back on?

Why are Screen Time requests being automatically approved?

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