Block apps with Microsoft Family Safety
You can use Microsoft Family Safety to block apps used by family members on Windows, Xbox and Android phones. Select a tab for instructions on how to manage app blocking using Microsoft Family Safety.
Note: Only Family organizers can block apps.
To block apps for family members at account.microsoft.com/family
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Sign in to your Microsoft account Sign-in
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Select the tile or card of the family member whose apps you want to block.
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Select the Apps and games tab to show a list of all installed apps.
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Select on the right of the app you want to block for that member, then select Block app.
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To remove the restriction, select again and then choose Unblock app.
To block apps for family members by using the Microsoft Family Safety app.
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Open Microsoft Family Safety.
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On the List tab, select the family member whose apps you want to block.
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Under the Apps and games section, tap the app you want to block for that member, then select Block app.
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To unblock, tap on the blocked app and tap Unblock app.
To block apps for family members by using the Microsoft Family Safety app.
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Open Microsoft Family Safety.
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On the List tab, select the family member whose apps you want to block.
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Under the Apps and games section, tap the app you want to block for that member, then select Block app.
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To unblock, tap on the blocked app and tap Unblock app.
Note: You will need to repeat the process for each app, device or member you wish to block.
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