
In Windows 10 or 11, go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users. You can add people directly in Windows as well as through your Microsoft account page. Let's go through the steps for setting up these accounts.
The primary account used to set up the PC is already part of the device's family, so now the goal is to add the other people in your family. But an account for a child can be created on the fly. Any adult accounts must already have been created.
Set time limits for how long your kids can use the device.įor this to work, each family member needs to have their own Microsoft account. Set age limits for apps, games, videos, movies, and TV shows. View activity reports about what your kids are doing on the device, such as purchasing apps and searching the web. Give your kids money so they can buy items in the Windows and Xbox stores without need of a credit card. Best Hosted Endpoint Protection and Security Software. When you are prompted, select Add to family. Press the Xbox button to open the guide. Select Sign in and sign into your account.Īllow your invited family member to sign into their Microsoft account. If your family member has an Xbox Live account that’s not on your console, Select your invited family member's profile and press the A button on your controller. Press the Xbox button again and select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings > Manage family members > Add to family. Select Sign in and sign into your account. If your family member has an Xbox Live account on your console, Select Get a new account to allow them to create their new Microsoft account. When your invited family member is prompted to sign into a Microsoft account, press B on your controller. Press the Xbox button again and select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings > Manage family members > Add to family > Add new. Then select Sign in and sign into your account. If your family member does not have an Xbox Live account,