Family Settings / Family Management
Sony's family management system lets a parent account supervise one or more child accounts linked to it.
The exact steps for Family Settings / Family Management change with software updates — confirm the current path in the manufacturer's support documentation before following this guide.
What It Can Do
Restrict games and content by age rating (e.g. PEGI in the UK)
Set playtime limits and schedule allowed play hours
Control spending — require approval for purchases, or set a monthly spending limit
Restrict communication and content sharing features for the child account
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