1) What technologies does the Young Minds Kids iOS app use to keep children safe online?
The Young Minds Kids iOS application uses Mobile Device Management (MDM) and VPN technologies to apply restrictions and enable safe browsing on your child’s device. These help ensure your child’s internet activity is filtered according to the selected mode.
2) What type of restrictions can Young Minds Kids iOS app apply on iOS devices?
Young Minds Kids iOS application currently supports restrictions based on internet traffic. Web browsing and app access are controlled by allowing or blocking internet navigation. Due to current iOS limitations, it is not possible to restrict individual apps.
3) Which modes are available in the YoungMindsKids iOS app?
Parents can choose from:
- Study Mode: Only educational content is allowed.
- Wind-down Mode: Only music content is allowed.
- Bedtime Mode: All internet access is restricted.
- Custom Mode: Parents can set their own rules and restrictions.
Each mode could be customised by Parents based on their needs.
4) What happens in Bedtime Mode?
In Bedtime Mode, the app restricts all internet access to help children switch off and rest. Parents can also choose to Hide Applications during this mode.
5) What does the “Hide Applications on iOS” option do?
When Hide Applications on iOS is enabled in Bedtime Mode, all apps with an age rating of 4+ are hidden from the device for the duration of the mode.
Please note:
- When the mode ends, apps reappear but are re-organised in alphabetical order.
- Any folders your child created are removed.
- All apps are moved to the Home Screen (no folders).
If your child relies on folders to organise their apps, we do not recommend using Hide Applications, as it will remove the folder structure.
The total device usage time shown in YoungMindsKids is approximate and based on your child’s online activity.
- Time is measured only when the device is connected to the internet.
- Offline usage (e.g., apps that do not use the internet) is not included in the total usage time.
This provides an accurate view of online activity but may not reflect full screen time across offline apps.
7) Can I set a total daily screen time limit for my child on iOS?
Not currently. The iOS app does not yet support total daily time limits. We’re working to add this in a future update.
8) Can I mark certain apps as “Always Allowed”?
At the moment, the iOS app does not support “Always Allowed” apps. Access is determined by the selected mode. This feature is planned for a future release.
9) Are there upcoming improvements for iOS?
Yes. We’re actively working on features such as individual app restrictions, daily time limits, and always-allowed apps to give parents more flexibility and control.
