How to Use Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge
Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge creates a safer internet environment for children right inside the browser.
This special mode lets you control which websites your child can visit, blocking anything inappropriate or unsafe.
Microsoft Edge, which comes built with Windows 11, lets you set up this secure space easily. You can create a profile for each child, choosing exactly which sites they are allowed to see. This means they can browse the web with less risk, and you have more peace of mind without needing to watch them all the time.
Click the profile icon in the top-right corner of Microsoft Edge and select “Browse in Kids Mode.” Choose an age range to start, which restricts access to pre-approved websites and blocks adult content.
Why use Kids Mode?
Kids Mode creates a safe digital space for your child to explore the internet. Kids Mode protects children from inappropriate websites and content.
What happens when done?
Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge limits your child to pre-approved websites once you turn it on. It automatically blocks adult content and disables advanced features like Copilot (Microsoft’s AI assistant), ensuring a safer browsing experience.
Kids Mode is currently available in US English for Windows and macOS users.
Use Kids Mode with Microsoft Edge
You can start using Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge without needing a new account for your child. Click your profile picture in the top-right corner of the browser window and then choose ‘Browse in Kids Mode’ from the list that pops up.
- Click the profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select Browse in Kids Mode from the menu.
If this is your first time, a welcome screen will appear, explaining the features.
Click the Get started button. Then, choose the age range for your child. The browser will open in full-screen mode.
Managing Permissions and Screen Time
Microsoft Family Safety website manages your child's experience in Kids Mode Microsoft Edge. This tool lets you decide how much time your child spends browsing. You can also see what websites your child visited and add or remove sites from their allowed list.
- Set specific screen time limits for browsing.
- Review activity reports to see which sites your child visited.
- Manually add or remove websites from the allowed list.
Keep in mind that AI tools and Copilot features are automatically turned off or limited in Kids Mode to ensure a safer browsing experience.
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Conclusion
Microsoft Edge's Kids Mode offers a secure environment for children to browse the web. By following these steps, parents can feel confident about their child's online activity. Signing in to your Microsoft account ensures Kids Mode settings stay consistent across all your devices.
What is Edge kids mode?
Microsoft Edge Kids Mode. Browsers like Microsoft Edge come with parental controls to prevent children from accessing explicit content. These are all found within their Settings menu. You can create a new profile for your child and block individual webpages, while retaining your own preferences in a separate profile.
How to block inappropriate content on Edge?
Select Edge as a platform. To enable or disable web and search filters, turn the Filter inappropriate websites and searches toggle on or off. To block or add specific sites, add their URLs under Blocked Sites or Allowed sites.
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