Keep your gaming environment secure with built-in purchase restrictions and parental controls
Most major gaming consoles offer built-in parental controls and purchase restriction features. Learn how to set them up on your console to prevent unauthorized or accidental purchases, whether you’re managing devices in a home, school, library, or institutional setting.
PlayStation
PlayStation 5 & PlayStation 4
Set up parental controls, restrict store access, and require a password at checkout to prevent accidental or unauthorized digital purchases.
Xbox
Xbox Series S|X & Xbox One
Configure purchase restrictions and parental controls through your account settings and family settings to control spending on games and add-ons.
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch & Nintendo Switch 2
Set up parental controls and restrict digital store purchases through the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app to manage access and spending.
Apple TV
tvOS (4th Generation & Later)
Manage in-app purchases and app store restrictions through Screen Time settings to prevent unauthorized spending on games and apps.
Why Set Up Purchase Restrictions?
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