To change your child’s age on a PS4, follow these steps:
1. Sign in as the family manager: Start by signing in to your PS4 console using the account that is designated as the family manager. This account should have administrative privileges to manage the family settings.
2. Go to Settings: Once signed in, navigate to the Settings menu. You can find it on the main menu of your PS4 console, represented by a toolbox icon.
3. Access Parental Controls/Family Management: Within the Settings menu, scroll down and select the option labeled “Parental Controls/Family Management.” This section allows you to manage various settings related to family accounts.
4. Choose Family Management: In the Parental Controls/Family Management menu, select the “Family Management” option. This will provide you with options to manage the different members of your family.
5. Add a Family Member: Within the Family Management menu, you should see an option to add a family member. Select this option to proceed.
6. Create a User: After choosing to add a family member, you will be prompted to create a user for your child. Enter your child’s name and date of birth when prompted. Make sure to input the correct birth date to set their age accurately.
7. Complete the process: Follow the on-screen instructions to finish creating the user for your child. This may include setting up a password, privacy settings, and other preferences. You can customize these settings according to your child’s needs and your own requirements.
8. Confirm the changes: Once you have completed the process and created the user for your child, the changes should take effect immediately. You can now exit the Settings menu and return to the main menu or continue managing other family members if needed.
By following these steps, you should be able to change your child’s age on your PS4 console. It’s important to ensure that the information you provide is accurate, as it may affect the types of content and restrictions available to your child.
Remember, parental controls are in place to help you manage your child’s gaming experience and ensure they are accessing age-appropriate content. Regularly reviewing and updating these settings can help maintain a safe and enjoyable gaming environment for your child.