1. Supervised account
Use YouTube Kids or connect a supervised Google account through Family Link according to the child’s age.
Practical safety guide
Set up YouTube more safely
2. Content settings
Choose the appropriate content level, decide whether search is available and review watch history together.
3. Privacy and wellbeing
Keep personal information out of uploads and comments. Use reminders, autoplay controls and restricted mode where appropriate.
Final check: confirm privacy, communication, account protection, content, purchases and reporting tools. Review settings again after major app or game updates.