Windows 10: Cannot access or reset the accounts I created for my children aged 8 and 7 - Apparently I...

I cannot access their accounts. I also cannot reset their accounts..... apparently I don't know enough about my own children.I cannot remove them from ym family group in order to create new accounts because apparently I am not authorised.I find it amazing how Microsoft can decide how authorised I am to parent my own children.

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How to control access to websites for children accounts

Hi, I'm Israel M., I'm an independent consultant and I'm happy to help you.

To enable this desired feature, you must follow the following step by step:

1. Create a child's account

Windows 10 has a specific feature for children. Access the computer's settings and, in the "Accounts" menu, create a new profile for a minor. You will be asked to enter or create a new email and add your address or phone number to ensure account recovery in
the future. After creating the children's account, click on “Manage family settings online”.

2. Enable the activity report

The activity report is a weekly summary of the actions taken by the child on the computer, informing data such as the websites and apps that they accessed. It is worth mentioning that the Edge browser private window is disabled in a child's account. See in
the step-by-step below how to enable sending the report to your email.

Step 1. Click on “Activity” on the family management home panel.

Step 2. Activate the key that says “Activity reporting system”.

3. Block inappropriate content

Step 1. The next step is to set up site blocks, searches, apps and games. Scroll down the page and click "Activate restrictions".

3. Block inappropriate content

Step 1. The next step is to set up site blocks, searches, apps and games. Scroll down the page and click "Activate restrictions".

Step 2. Activate the block for each type of content you want. You also need to enter your child's age for Windows to hide content from websites and programs according to their parental rating.

4. Set your PC usage time

Step 1. Access the option "Screen time" and turn the key next to "Screen time on the computer" to activate the time control of Windows usage by the child.

Step 2. Scroll the screen to see the weekly PC usage calendar. The squares marked in blue represent times that the child is allowed to access the computer.

Step 3. Click on a day to allow more or less time for the child's account to use the computer.

5. Control online shopping

The "Expenses" menu allows you to create a kind of prepaid account for the Windows Store. Click on "Add money" to deposit an amount to be made available to the child's account. The account user can only buy apps and games of values ​​within the limit imposed
by the responsible.

I hope I helped, I await your return

Best regards,

Israel M.

Outside consultant

 

adding user accounts for children

The customer:

"It is overbearing for Microsoft to require children to either have an e-mail or phone number"

The (unhelpful technician):

"I suggest you to follow the steps how to create the child account as below and check if it helps.

• Press Windows key and select settings.
• Click on Account and select Family and other users.
• Then click add someone else to this pc and select add child’s account
• Enter the child’s email address and click on Next."

This is becoming such a trend. Please read the details that someone has gone to the trouble of providing so that you can respond HELPFULLY.

 

How to reset Windwos 8 Password?

Change or reset your Windows password - Microsoft Support

• If you've forgotten your Windows password, there are several ways to retrieve or reset it:
  • If your PC is on a domain, your system administrator must reset your password.
  • If you're using a Microsoft account, you can reset your password online. ...
  • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.