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WhatsApp makes parent-managed accounts easier to set up on iPhone

9to5Mac • Sat, 08 Aug 2026

WhatsApp is bringing its dedicated parental controls section to the iPhone, making the feature easier for parents to find and set up. Here are the details.

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WhatsApp is bringing its dedicated parental controls section to the iPhone, making the feature easier for parents to find and set up. Here are the details.

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WhatsApp is bringing its dedicated parental controls section to the iPhone, making the feature easier for parents to find and set up.

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