The option to retain approval for everything remains. That will mean that you can then just use the payment method on your Google account, you can see what they're asking for through a notification on your phone, and then you can easily grant that, giving you a little more flexibility in how you manage your kids and their content consumption. Under the new system, kids will be able to request purchases, either for paid apps or in-app purchases, that you'll then pay for, if you grant permission. Under Preferences, you will find your country. On the My Accounts page, click on the Payment Methods tab. Step 1: Open Google Play Store and tap on the three-bar icon at the top. The problem in the past was that family members could either spend or be blocked from spending - which is where the new change comes in. To add a payment method to GPAY, first sign in to your account and click on the My Accounts tab.

At the bottom of the Payment Methods screen, tap More Payment Settings.

In the profile menu that opens, tap Payments & Subscriptions. In the Store’s top-right corner, tap your profile icon. It's especially effective at managing Android devices and Chromebooks, but it's also aware of other devices where your child is logged into their Google account, like PC and Mac.įamily Link has always allowed you to set up a family payment method: basically, it's your credit card, there to be used by anyone in your household, if you have given them permission. Start by launching Google Play Store on your phone.

Google family payment method