NEW parental control features have been introduced to a popular app used by every kid that’s accessible via Sky boxes and TVs.
Parents can now add a special code to the platform to protect children from viewing content that’s not age appropriate, similar to Sky’s own child lock that blocks certain channels during the daytime.
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The app in question is YouTube, which introduced a new code lock feature in December.
It’s designed to prevent tech-savvy kids from watching YouTube signed out or accessing accounts belonging to older members of the household.
“We hope this change gives you added comfort in knowing kids cannot use accounts and features on your smart TV that aren’t meant for them, while also making recommendations in your profile more relevant to your interests rather than what you previously watched together as a family,” YouTube owner Google said.
The firm has been gradually rolling out the feature to the various devices you can use the video sharing platform on.
And now the YouTube app on Sky kit has the option ready to use.
But it needs to be switched on first.
When activated, a request for the parental code will appear whenever someone tries to watch YouTube signed out or if you try to go into a non-kids YouTube account.
It’ll also pop up if you try to remove YouTube accounts from the Sky Glass, Sky Stream and or Sky Q device.
How to set up parental codes on YouTube
Setting up parental codes is simple – start by opening the YouTube app on your Sky TV or box.
On the homepage, find the settings on the left.
Choose the parent code tab.
Then follow the on-screen instructions to set up your four digital code.
More ways to keep kids safe on YouTube
Setting up a YouTube Kids profile is one of the best ways to ensure young ones are watching age appropriate content on the platform.
These are separate profiles that can be created from a parent’s account.
This allows you to pick a content experience level appropriate for your child.
This ranges from:
- Preschool (ages 4 and under)
- Younger (ages 5–8)
- Older (ages 9–12)
- Approve content yourself
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