How does YouTube Premium handle parental controls?

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How does YouTube Premium handle parental controls?

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YouTube Premium itself does not provide specific parental control features. However, you can use general YouTube settings and tools to manage and control what content is accessible on the platform. Here's how you can handle parental controls on YouTube:

1. **YouTube Kids:** For younger children, YouTube offers a separate app called YouTube Kids, which provides a more controlled environment with content tailored for kids. It includes parental controls to filter content and manage viewing time.

2. **Restricted Mode:** On the standard YouTube app and website, you can enable Restricted Mode to filter out potentially mature content. This mode is not foolproof but can help reduce the likelihood of inappropriate content appearing.

3. **Account Settings:** You can set up individual accounts with specific viewing restrictions and preferences. This is more applicable for managing content on YouTube Kids or creating supervised accounts for older children.

4. **Supervised Accounts:** For managing older children's viewing experiences on the main YouTube platform, you can use supervised accounts to set content and access limits.

5. **Family Link Integration:** Google's Family Link app can be used to manage and supervise the use of YouTube and other apps on Android devices. This app allows parents to set screen time limits, monitor app usage, and manage settings.

While YouTube Premium provides enhanced features like ad-free viewing and offline playback, parental control settings are managed through these separate tools and features.

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