After creating your Parent Profile, download the Young Minds Kids App on your child’s device:
- Android: Download the Young Minds Kids App from Google Play.
- iOS: Download the Young Minds Kids App from the App Store.
Log in using your parent account credentials, then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the app.
During setup, you will be asked to:
- Select an existing child or add a new child profile
- Assign a name to the device
- Grant the permissions required for monitoring and protection
Permissions Required for Full Functionality (Android)
To ensure proper monitoring and screen time management, the Young Minds Kids App requires the following permissions on Android devices:
- Accessibility Reporting – Enables monitoring of app usage and web activity and provides detailed reports.
- Device Admin – Prevents the app from being uninstalled without parental approval.
- App Display – Allows notifications when time limits are reached or apps are blocked.
- Usage Data Access – Tracks device usage for activity reports.
- Notification Access – Helps keep the app running in the background for continuous protection.
- Battery Optimization Exemption – Ensures uninterrupted monitoring and reliable operation.
- Device Location – Enables location tracking and location history.
- VPN Service – Enables web filtering, improves browsing reports, and enhances online safety.
Permissions Required for Full Functionality (iOS)
To ensure proper monitoring and screen time management, the Young Minds Kids App requires the following permissions on iOS devices:
- Mobile Device Management (MDM) – Allows enforcement of rules set by the parent.
- VPN Service – Enables web filtering, improves browsing reports, and enhances online safety.
- Notification Access – Helps keep the app running and ensures important alerts are delivered.
- Device Location – Enables location tracking and location history.
Granting all required permissions ensures the app functions properly and provides continuous protection and monitoring.
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