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Set Up a Kids iPhone Without an Apple ID: Step-by-Step Guide

By Jens Becker··5 min read

Can I set up an iPhone for kids without an Apple ID?

Yes – RadauApp doesn't require a child Apple ID.

The app is installed once with the parent's Apple ID. After that it runs completely independently. The child needs no account, no password, no App Store access.

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Set up an iPhone for kids in 5 steps

What you need:

  • An iPhone 6s or newer with iOS 16+
  • Your Apple ID (for installation only)
  • RadauApp (free)
Step by step:

1. Install RadauApp: Download from the App Store – once with your Apple ID. 2. Enable Screen Time: Settings → Screen Time → set your own PIN. 3. Block app purchases: Screen Time → Content & Privacy Restrictions → iTunes & App Store Purchases → Purchases → Don't Allow. 4. Enable Guided Access: Settings → Accessibility → Guided Access. This keeps the child in RadauApp. 5. Disable mobile data: Settings → Mobile Data → turn everything off.

Total time: about 15 minutes.

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Which iPhone models are suitable?

ModeliOS 16Price used
iPhone 6s~€20–30
iPhone 7~€30–50
iPhone 8~€50–80
iPhone X~€80–120
iPhone 11~€150–200
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