Amazon Prime Video Parental Controls & Safety Settings

Why Amazon Prime Video Safety Settings Matter in 2025

Amazon Prime Video offers a massive catalogue of TV shows, movies, and original content—some of which may not be suitable for children. Thankfully, the platform provides essential tools to help parents control viewing habits and access. With updated features for 2025, these settings now allow for tighter control and increased peace of mind.

 

 

Available Restrictions on Amazon Prime Video

• Viewing Restrictions by Age Rating
• Purchase Restrictions with PIN Protection
• Profile-based Restrictions
• Title-specific Blocks (when paired with device-level controls)
• Watch History Review

 

 

 

How to Set Up Amazon Prime Video Parental Controls (2025)

1. Set a Prime Video PIN

• Go to the Amazon Prime Video website or app.
• Click on your profile icon and select Account & Settings.
• Choose the Parental Controls tab.
• Under Viewing Restrictions, set a 5-digit PIN.
• Save your settings.

This PIN will be required to access restricted content or change settings.

 

2. Apply Viewing Restrictions by Age

• In the Parental Controls section, navigate to Viewing Restrictions.
• Select the age group: All, 7+, 13+, 16+, or 18+.
• These ratings apply to Prime Video content and limit what can be watched without the PIN.

 

3. Restrict Purchases with PIN Protection

• Stay in the Parental Controls tab.
• Scroll to Purchase Restrictions.
• Enable the setting to require the PIN for all purchases and rentals.
• This helps prevent unauthorized or accidental purchases.

4. Apply Settings Across Devices

• After setting restrictions, ensure they apply to all signed-in devices.
• Under Registered Devices, confirm each one is selected to inherit your restrictions.

 

5. Manage Content Profiles

• From your Amazon Household settings, create child profiles.
• These can use Amazon Kids or standard Prime Video child profiles.
• Assign viewing restrictions and prevent profile switching by turning on profile lock with PIN.

 

6. Monitor Watch History and Playback

• Go to the Watch History under Account & Settings.
• Review what has been watched and remove unsuitable content.
• You can also turn off Autoplay under playback settings to control binge-watching.

 

 

Why This Is Important

By using Amazon Prime Video parental controls, parents ensure their children watch age-appropriate content in a controlled environment. These boundaries support healthy screen habits and reduce exposure to potentially harmful content. Enabling these features reinforces media literacy and helps children develop responsible viewing habits.

 

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For broader educational resources, engaging workshops, or personalized advice on managing screen time and addressing problematic online issues, don’t hesitate to contact Children of the Digital Age. We’re here to offer expert guidance, ensuring your children enjoy the digital world safely and responsibly. Your child’s digital well-being and online safety remain our utmost priority.

 

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