Stop kids from shopping online with credit card

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  • BenutzernameMoneyland User Questions
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My kids often play games on my tablet and almost every month when I get my credit card statement there are charges from games and apps. How can I block the kids from making any charges to my credit card without having to remove all my card info which I use for online shopping and buying useful apps?

 
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  • BenutzernameMoneyguru von moneyland.ch
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Hi there,

Most digital devices include options for preventing unauthorized purchases from being made by applications or "apps". On devices from Apple (iPhone, iPad), just tap on "Settings" and then "Restrictions". Enable restrictions, create a restrictions passcode and then turning off "in-app purchases". Most other devices have similar options.

Best regards from Moneyguru

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