How to Use Samsung Kids on Your Galaxy Device?

Discover how to set up and use Samsung Kids on your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet. Learn about permissions, PIN recovery, and accessing the app after updates.

Samsung Kids is a safe and engaging app designed for children, offering age-appropriate content and parental controls. To use Samsung Kids effectively, ensure your device meets the requirements and follow the setup steps below.

1. What Is Samsung Kids?

Samsung Kids provides a secure environment for children to explore educational games, videos, and apps tailored to their age group. It includes parental controls to manage screen time and content access.

2. How to Set Up Samsung Kids

Follow these steps to set up Samsung Kids on your Samsung Galaxy device:

1. Ensure your device is running Android 9.0 or later.
2. Install Samsung Kids from the Galaxy Store if it's not pre-installed.
3. Open the app and create a Samsung Kids profile for your child.
4. Set a PIN to restrict access to the app settings.

3. Can I Use Samsung Kids Without a Samsung Account?

Yes, you can use Samsung Kids without a Samsung account. However, if you forget your Samsung Kids PIN, you'll need to unlock your device using the pattern, iris, or fingerprint options. If these methods fail, having a Google account registered on your device can help reset the PIN.

4. Why Does Samsung Kids Request Permissions?

Samsung Kids requires permissions to access certain device functions and preinstalled apps, such as calls, messages, and files. These permissions are necessary for the app to function properly and provide a seamless experience for your child.

- Rejecting permissions may prevent Samsung Kids from working correctly.

- Your child cannot access your contacts or sensitive data without your PIN.

5. How to Allow Permissions After Rejection

If you've denied permissions and selected "Do not ask again," follow these steps to enable them:

1. Go to your device's Settings.
2. Tap on Apps or Applications.
3. Select Samsung Kids from the list.
4. Grant the required permissions.

6. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

Samsung Kids is compatible with most Galaxy devices, including:

- Galaxy S24, S25, S26 series

- Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series

- Galaxy A series tablets and phones

7. How to Access Samsung Kids After an Update

After updating your device's OS, the Kids Mode icon may disappear. To access Samsung Kids:

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick Panel.
2. Tap the Samsung Kids button to launch the app.

Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to manage parental controls on Samsung devices

- How to update apps on Galaxy Store

- How to reset a forgotten Samsung Kids PIN