How can I adjust age restrictions for specific apps on my child's iPhone?

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How can I adjust age restrictions for specific apps on my child's iPhone?

My child is age 15 and would like to download instagram, which is rated as 13+. I have set her at age 12+ for app restrictions, because I don't want her to have access to 17+ apps at this time. Is there a way I can access an inbetween age restriction, or to override this restriction to allow a couple specific apps that I feel are appropriate for her?

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Original Title: Can I change age restrictions to a mid-teen age, or override age restrictions for a couple apps?

iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Nov 30, 2025 1:47 PM

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azaksalmarzur28

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Nov 30, 2025 6:40 PM in response to learningap

You cannot set a custom age like “13+,” but you can install Instagram for your child without giving access to all 17+ apps. The best method is using Ask to Buy: your child initiates the download and you approve it. Alternatively, temporarily increase the age rating, install Instagram, then lower it again — the app stays installed.

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Limnos

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Dec 1, 2025 6:49 AM in response to learningap

Look into using this service --> Approve what kids buy with Ask to Buy - Apple Support

Correcting the age of a child --> Update the birthday associated with an Apple Account - Apple Support

This article may also be of interest to you --> 12+ download issues - Apple Community

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