Quick takeaway: Use this guide as general information. Product features, prices, eligibility and terms can change, so verify the current details with the relevant provider before acting.
Parental controls vary by platform and game. Review the current settings and explain them to the people using the account.
Purchases
Review purchase approval, spending limits and saved payment methods. Platform-level controls may not cover every third-party game.
Communication
Check voice, text, friend requests and privacy settings. Some games also provide their own moderation and communication controls.
Play time and privacy
Where available, set reasonable play-time controls and review what information the platform or game can access. Revisit settings as the player gets older.