If multiple members of your family own Apple devices, then the benefits of connecting them all are plentiful. For example, you can save money by sharing apps and services without having to pay out for them individually, you can share calendar events, notes and reminders instantly, and even track the location of family members when they are out and about (and find misplaced devices). As there is quite a lot to get your head around with Family Sharing, we have put together this useful guide containing everything you need to know, such as how to set it up and link your family’s devices together, how to reap all of the benefits, such as sharing apps and iCloud storage, and how you can protect younger members from unsuitable content and in-app purchases.
Set up Family Sharing
Go to System Settings/Settings>Apple ID and choose ‘Family Sharing’ to start setting it up. The person setting up Family Sharing – usually a parent – becomes the organiser and can then control what the others access, buy, and so on…
Add your family
The process for setting up Family Sharing is straightforward, but it will take some time to ensure that each member of the family has the right permissions and access. It is, however, a one-time process and once