Kid’s Mode is a feature on iPhones and iPads that allows parents to manage various aspects of their children’s devices. The correct name of this feature is “Guided Access”, but many people refer to it as “Kid’s Mode”.
In this article we will show you how to activate and deactivate Kid’s Mode. You can also read more about about what Kid’s Mode is in the end of the article.
Activate “Kids Mode” on an iPhone or iPad
To activate “Kid’s Mode” on an iPhone or iPad (iOS) using Guided Access, ensure you have iOS 6 or a newer version installed.
- Access the “Settings” app and select “General.”
- Go to “Accessibility” and in the Learning section, choose “Guided Access.”
- Toggle the switch to ON, then select “Set Passcode” to establish a password for exiting Guided Access mode.
- Decide whether to Enable Screen Sleep; enabling it helps conserve battery when the device remains idle.
Deactivate “Kids Mode” on an iPhone or iPad
To deactivate Kids Mode on an iPhone and iPad, follow these steps:
On iPhone:
- Open Settings: Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap Accessibility: Scroll down and tap on “Accessibility.”
- Select Guided Access: Under the General section, tap on “Guided Access.”
- Disable Guided Access: Toggle off the switch next to “Guided Access” to disable it.
- Enter Passcode: If prompted, enter your Guided Access passcode.
If Guided Access is currently active and you need to exit it:
- Triple-Click the Side or Home Button: Quickly press the side or home button three times.
- Enter Passcode: Enter the Guided Access passcode you set up when enabling the feature.
- Tap End: In the top left corner, tap “End” to exit Guided Access.
On iPad:
- Open Settings: Go to the Settings app on your iPad.
- Tap Accessibility: Scroll down and tap on “Accessibility.”
- Select Guided Access: Under the General section, tap on “Guided Access.”
- Disable Guided Access: Toggle off the switch next to “Guided Access” to disable it.
- Enter Passcode: If prompted, enter your Guided Access passcode.
If Guided Access is currently active and you need to exit it:
- Triple-Click the Top or Home Button: Quickly press the top or home button three times.
- Enter Passcode: Enter the Guided Access passcode you set up when enabling the feature.
- Tap End: In the top left corner, tap “End” to exit Guided Access.
By following these steps, you can deactivate Kids Mode on both your iPhone and iPad.
What does Kid’s Mode do?
Kid’s Mode locks your device into a single app and deactivates the Home Button, On/Off Button, and Volume Buttons. This provides reassurance when a cherished youngster in your life wishes to use your iOS device.
Is the Kid’s Mode an app that can be deleted?
No. Kids Mode, as commonly referred to on iPhones and iPads, is actually a built-in feature called “Guided Access,” not a separate app. Since it is an integrated feature of the iOS operating system, it cannot be deleted like a regular app.
Key Points About Guided Access:
- Integrated Feature: Guided Access is part of the iOS Accessibility settings.
- Not a Deletable App: Since it is built into the operating system, you cannot delete it.
- Purpose: It is designed to limit users to a single app and restrict certain functionalities, useful for managing device usage by children.
How to Turn Off or Disable Guided Access:
- Go to Settings:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Accessibility Settings:
- Scroll down and tap on Accessibility.
- Guided Access:
- Under the General section, tap on Guided Access.
- Turn Off Guided Access:
- Toggle the switch to turn off Guided Access.
- End Active Session (if applicable):
- If Guided Access is currently active, triple-click the side or home button.
- Enter your Guided Access passcode.
- Tap End in the top left corner to exit Guided Access.
By disabling Guided Access in the settings, you can effectively turn off the feature. This will prevent it from being activated accidentally or otherwise.