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    1 min read 5 stepsFebruary 20, 2026Verified February 2026

    How to Set Up Parental Controls on Windows

    Keep children safe online with Microsoft Family Safety features.

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    Category
    Windows Guides
    Difficulty
    Advanced
    Read Time
    1 min read
    Steps
    5
    Topics covered
    advanced
    windows
    parental-controls
    family-safety

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Set up a child account
    2. 2.Open Family Safety
    3. 3.Set screen time limits
    4. 4.Filter web content
    5. 5.Review activity reports
    1

    Set up a child account

    ~15s
    Go to SettingsAccountsFamilyAdd a Family MemberAdd a child. Create a Microsoft account for them.

    Quick Tip

    Create a separate user account for each child so you can set different restrictions based on age.

    2

    Open Family Safety

    ~15s
    Visit family.microsoft.com or open the Microsoft Family Safety app to manage settings.
    3

    Set screen time limits

    ~15s
    Configure daily time limits and allowed hours for each device your child uses.
    4

    Filter web content

    ~15s
    Enable web and search filters to block inappropriate content in Edge browser.
    5

    Review activity reports

    ~15s
    Check weekly activity reports showing websites visited, apps used, and screen time.

    Warning

    Activity reports are a conversation starter, not a surveillance tool. Use them to have open discussions about online safety with your children.

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