This fall, Apple will roll out enhanced parental controls in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate. The update introduces an Ask to Browse feature for Safari, overhauled Screen Time interface, and simplified setup with recommended apps. Parents can now curate which apps their children access and approve website visits individually, giving more granular control over digital experiences.

Communication Safety now automatically blurs gore and violence for users under 18 in Messages and FaceTime. Time Allowances let parents set limits on Entertainment, Games, and Social Media categories based on age-appropriate guidance. Daily Schedules enable time-based restrictions on app access throughout the week, helping establish healthier digital habits.

Screen Time provides parents with real-time usage insights and quick controls to limit access during meals or outdoor play. Apple's new Child Safety website serves as a comprehensive resource for these features. The expanded controls reflect Apple's growing focus on digital wellbeing for younger users in an increasingly connected world.