There are a few significant “adulting” stages for children as they mature and gain responsibilities. Obtaining a library card in their name. Establishing a bank account. Additionally, each has its own email address. You may be asking how to establish a Gmail account for a kid while still keeping them secure. Excellent news! Google can help individuals interested in setting up a Gmail account for kids under the age of 13.
Option No. 1: Using Family Link to create a Gmail account for a child
One method for setting up a Gmail account for a kid is to use the Family Link app.
- Download the Family Link app
- Open the application.
- In the upper right, click Create.
- To establish an account, just follow the on-screen instructions.
- Look for the confirmation message on the screen. You can also use the Family Link app to manage Android devices.
Option No. 2: Create a Gmail account for a child on a new Android device
- When you initially switch on the phone, follow the setup steps.
- When prompted to sign in using your Google account, create a new account.
- If you do not see that option, then select More options.
- Complete blank areas with information about your kid.
- Log in with your Google account.
- Provide parental consent.
- Select the settings that are most suitable for your kid.
Option No. 3: Create a Gmail account on an already-configured Android device
Note: This will operate on Android 5.1 or above devices. The procedure for adding and deleting accounts on the device varies. For additional information, see your device’s help center.
- Delete any previously created accounts.
- Delete any information or files on the device that you do not want your kid to use or view (apps, photos, etc.).
- Create a new account on your device.
- When prompted to sign in using your Google account, create a new account.
- If you do not see that option, then select More choices.
- Complete the blank areas with information about your kid.
- Log in with your Google account.
- Provide parental consent.
- Select the settings that are most suitable for your kid.
Option No. 4: Create a Gmail account on a new Chromebook
Note: This will work on a new ChromeOS M71 or above device.
- Activate the device.
- Complete the installation.
- When prompted to sign in using your Google account, create a new account.
- If you do not see that option, then select More options.
- Complete the blank areas with information about your kid.
- Log in with your Google account.
- Provide parental consent.
- Select the settings that are most suitable for your kid.
Option No. 5: Create a Gmail account on all other devices
- Create a Google account.
- Complete the blank areas with information about your kid.
- Log in with your Google account.
- Provide parental consent.
- Select the settings that are most suitable for your kid.
How to make changes to a child’s Gmail account
Once you’ve created a Gmail account for your kid, you have various options for managing and changing the account’s permissions. This may be accomplished by either adding supervision to an existing account or through Family Link. Additionally, you’ll want to take note of what occurs when a kid reaches 13 and obtains a Gmail account.
How Mobicip works with a device that has a child’s Gmail account
Mobicip is compatible with devices that have Gmail accounts linked to a kid. It restricts access to graphic pictures and videos, enables you to control app and internet access, deters sexting, and keeps you informed of your child’s whereabouts at all times.