How to set up restrictions to allow WhatsApp which is 13+ when restrictions only offer 12+ or 17+

I have setup content restrictions for my 14 yr old on his iPhone and given the choice between 12 or 17, I chose 12+.


WhatsApp requires 13+.


Anyone found a way around this without allowing access to 17+?


I’ve tried temporarily using 17+ to install, but the moment I revert to 12+ the app is removed.


Seems a problem for (one of) the most popular messaging apps out there.


TIA,


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Original Title: WhatsApp 13+ but Content restrictions 12+ or 17+

Posted on Sep 27, 2025 11:49 AM

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How to set up restrictions to allow WhatsApp which is 13+ when restrictions only offer 12+ or 17+

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