Parents get one of the most meaningful upgrades in iOS 27. Apple has redesigned Screen Time and added new child safety controls.

Smarter Time Allowances

Parents can set time allowances across categories such as entertainment, games, and social media, and decide which apps are available at different times of day. A setup assistant offers recommendations based on a child’s age and expert guidance.

Ask to Browse

With Ask to Browse, a child must get approval before visiting a new website. This gives families a way to manage browsing without blocking the web entirely.

Approval for New Contacts

Parents can also require approval before a child communicates with a new contact in Messages, FaceTime, or by phone, adding another layer of protection.

Location Sharing Control

Location sharing can be fine-tuned by days, hours, and minutes, so the information is shared only when it is truly needed.

These tools make iOS 27 a strong option for families who want to balance independence with safety.