How to set up Family Sharing?

One adult in the family – the organizer – can set up Apple Family Sharing for the group from their iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

On your iPhone or iPad

• Open Settings on an individual or shared iOS device.
• Tap your name at the top to access your Apple ID.

• Tap Family Sharing, then tap Set Up Your Family

• Follow the on-screen prompts to invite family members. 

On your Mac 

• Go to the Apple menu and select System Settings > Your name > Family Sharing

• Click Set Up Family
• Follow the onscreen prompts to invite your family members.

Add family members: 

You can add family members by sending them an invitation via iMessage or by creating an Apple ID for a child.

To add family members via iMessage:

• Go to Settings > Family
• Tap "Invite Family Members."

• Enter the Apple ID of the person you want to invite and choose whether to send an invitation via iMessage or invite them in person.

To add a child's account:

• Tap "Create a Child Account."

• Follow the on-screen instructions to create a new Apple ID for your child.

On your Mac

• Choose Apple menu  > System Settings > Family > Add Member, then follow the onscreen instructions.

Family Sharing is a convenient way to share Apple services and purchases with your family members while maintaining individual accounts and personal content.