How Do I Set Up Parental Controls On The PS4?

Setting up parental controls on a PS4 involves a few steps to ensure that you can manage what content and features are accessible to children using the console. Here’s a detailed guide on how to set it up:

Creating a Sub Account:
- If the child does not have a PSN account, you will need to create one. Go to the PlayStation website or use the console itself to create a new account.
- During the account creation process, specify that it is a child account.
Setting Parental Controls:
- Log in to the parent account on your PS4.
- From the PS4 home screen, go to Settings.
- Select Parental Controls/Family Management.
- Choose PS4 System Restrictions.
Setting Restrictions:
- Select the child’s account.
- Set a passcode to prevent the child from changing the parental control settings.
- Customize the settings according to your preferences:
  - Age Level for Games: Set the highest age level appropriate for your child.
  - Internet Browser: You can restrict the use of the internet browser.
  - Monthly Spending Limit: Set a spending limit for the child’s account.
  - Communication and User-Generated Content: Control access to user-generated content, messages, and friend requests.
Applying Restrictions:
- Once you’ve customized the settings, apply the changes.
Additional Steps:
- You can also restrict access to specific games or applications individually by:
  - Going to the game or app you want to restrict.
  - Pressing the Options button on the controller.
  - Selecting Restrict Use.
Monitoring and Managing:
- You can check on your child’s activities, set playtime limits, and manage their friends list through the Parental Controls/Family Management settings.
Testing the Settings:
- Log in to the child account to ensure the restrictions are working as intended.

This setup ensures that your child can enjoy the PS4 while being protected from inappropriate content and excessive spending. If you have any specific preferences or additional questions, feel free to ask!