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Is it possible to write a parental control app for iOS?


Is it possible to have parental control in iOS? Like the admin can decide which app user can access, restrict internet access , contacts, photos etc for particular user?


Solution

  • This is not possible for a third-party app and a non-jailbroken device. Did you look at Settings → General → Restrictions? It’s not exactly what you’re after, but it’s a good start.

    Actually, this is possible, using the Device Enrollment Program. (This YouTube video found by Kudi shows the device enrollment profile installation procedure.) The DEP is mostly meant for large companies managing their company devices, but apparently it can also be used for other features. It would be interesting to hear the details from somebody who has jumped through the hoops, I have no experience with DEP myself.