What is the Minimum Age for YouTube?
YouTube's terms of service require users to be at least 13 years old to create an account. However, there's an important distinction to make: children under 13 can still watch YouTube videos, but they can't create an account or interact with the platform.
- Users under 13: Can watch YouTube videos, but can't create an account
- Users 13 and older: Can create an account and use the platform's features
Parental Controls on YouTube
As a parent, you want to ensure your child's safety online. YouTube offers several parental controls to help you achieve this:
- YouTube Kids: A separate app for children under 12, with limited content and no ads
- Restricted Mode: A setting that filters out mature content
- Supervised Accounts: Allows parents to monitor their child's YouTube activity