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Can you buy an iPhone without being 18?

There is no age check, requirement or restriction when buying an iPhone or any other Apple device in person at an Apple store if buying outright.
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Can I buy an iPhone if I'm under 18?

You must be at least 18 years old. Offer may not be available in all stores, and not all devices are eligible for credit. Apple or its trade-in partner reserves the right to refuse or limit the quantity of any device for any reason.
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What is the minimum age to have an iPhone?

For example, a child under 13 can't create an Apple ID without permission and consent from a parent or guardian.
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Can a minor pick up an Apple order?

Credit check required; must be 18 or older.
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Can I buy AirPods under 18?

Yes, you can purchase AirPods if you are under the age of 18.
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Is it illegal to have an Apple ID under 18?

For example, a child under 13 can't create an Apple ID without permission and consent from a parent or guardian.
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Can you have an Apple ID under 18?

With Family Sharing, you can create Apple IDs for children under 13. Apple IDs allow them to participate in Family Sharing and use other Apple services such as iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and Game Center.
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Does Apple check for ID on pick up orders?

To pick up your items in an Apple Store, you will need to bring the order number and a valid government-issued photo ID. If you have designated an alternative pickup contact, they will need to bring the order number and a valid government-issued photo ID. What's Next?
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How old do you have to be to use ask to buy on Apple?

It's on by default for any children under 13. You'll be asked to set up Ask to Buy when you invite anyone under 18 to your family group. If a family member turns 18 and the family organizer turns off Ask to Buy, the family organizer can't turn it on again.
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Can you leave Apple family at 18?

Any family member age 13 or older* can remove themselves from a family group. If you have Screen Time turned on for your account, the family organizer must remove you.
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Can my parents check my phone at 18?

So realistically, if the phone was a gift to you by your parents before you were an adult, since you are now an adult you have a right to privacy in all your affairs, including your mobile phone.
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What happens to Apple ID when child turns 13?

Once your child reaches the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age depending on jurisdiction), they will be permitted to maintain their account without participating in Family Sharing.
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What iPhone can a 13 year old have?

Apple iPhone SE (2022) – Best iPhone for younger kids

If you have a grade-school aged kid who's mature enough to handle a phone, you should look no further than the iPhone SE. It's got the same A15 processor used in the iPhone 13 range, so you know it's going to perform well and get software updates for years.
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Can you buy a phone without being 18?

You certainly can. It's not a restricted item, so anyone of any age can buy a phone. It will probably have to be Pay-as-you-go as you won't be able to enter into a contract until you're 18.
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Can a 17 year old have their own Apple ID?

Yes, yes they can. Apple IDs set to an age over 13, can exist on their own without being part of a Family Sharing Group.
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Can a 17 year old buy phone alone?

You can get your own phone, since it's a purchase with no age restrictions. At 17, in the US, you're still a minor and thus cannot sign contracts without the knowledge and consent of your parent/guardian (unless emancipated). However, a prepaid phone card is NOT a contract, so you could go with that.
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How to do Apple Pay under 18?

To send and receive money with an Apple Cash account, you must be 18 and a U.S. resident. If you're under 18, your family organizer can set up Apple Cash for you as part of their Apple Cash Family account. Security checks may require more time to make funds available.
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Do you have to be 18 or older for an Apple card?

age 13 and older can spend within limits and get Daily Cash.
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Should my 13 year old have his own Apple ID?

Ask your child to enter their Apple ID and Apple ID password

Everyone should have their own Apple ID, so don't share your Apple ID with your child. If your child uses your Apple ID, your child will have access to all your personal content, including text messages and photos.
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Can police track Apple ID?

Unless they have the passcode or a suspect unlocks the device for them, there is nothing at all that either law enforcement or Apple can retrieve from the device.
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How does Apple verify your identity?

You'll get a text message or phone call from Apple with your verification code. This text message might include an additional domain validation line. This line includes the @ symbol, the website name, and your code (for example: @icloud.com #123456 %apple.com). Enter the code on your other device to complete sign in.
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Does Apple take your fingerprints?

The chip in your device includes an advanced security architecture called the Secure Enclave, which was developed to protect your passcode and fingerprint data. Touch ID doesn't store any images of your fingerprint, and instead relies only on a mathematical representation.
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Why does my Apple ID say that I'm under 18?

Your account is under age.

So it has certain restrictions including turning ON Family Sharing. By default Under Age accounts are restricted as per general policy. Once your account ages to 18 or above then no restrictions will be in place.
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Should I put my real birthday for Apple ID?

It's important to have your correct birth date on file with your Apple ID. It's used in features like Family Sharing and in some cases, it might be used to help reset your password.
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How do I turn off age restrictions on my iPhone?

Go to Settings and tap Screen Time. Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions and enter your Screen Time passcode. Tap Content Restrictions, then tap Web Content. Choose Unrestricted Access, Limit Adult Websites or Allowed Websites.
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