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Why does my Xbox account say I'm a child?

Content restrictions – You or a member in your Xbox family group has their birth date set to under the age of majority (for example 18 in the U.S.) and can't access the content that you're trying to launch due to age restrictions.
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How do I take my Xbox account off child mode?

Remove yourself from a family group on your Xbox
  1. Sign in to your family Microsoft account. Microsoft account.
  2. Under your name, select Leave family.
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How do I change my Xbox account to 18?

To configure content restrictions on the Xbox console:
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings.
  2. Select Manage family members, and then choose the member whose settings you want to update.
  3. Under Access to content, select the desired age-level.
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Why is my Xbox account a child account when im 18?

If you're an adult, but you got a message asking for parental consent, it's because you're a child in your Microsoft family. Even if you're over the age of 18, you can still be a child in Microsoft family.
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How do I change my child account to a normal account?

Edit your child's Google Account info
  1. Open the Family Link app .
  2. Select your child.
  3. Tap Controls Account settings. Account info.
  4. In the top right, tap Edit .
  5. Change your child's account information.
  6. In the top right, tap Save.
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XBOX ONE - HOW TO TURN OFF PARENTAL CONTROLS!

How do I make my Microsoft account not a child account?

To promote a child account to an adult account
  1. Sign in to Xbox Live by using the account that you want to change.
  2. Go to Settings and then select Account.
  3. Select Promote Child Account. ...
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to promote the account.
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How do I change my Microsoft account from child to parent?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website, choose Edit your personal info, and select the right birthdate. When you're done, select Save. Click Next and you should be signed in with the new account.
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How do I change my child's age on Xbox?

Open the Xbox Family Settings app on your mobile device, and then go to Settings. Select Content restrictions, and then under Apply age filters change the age limit that you want to apply to the member's games, apps, and other content.
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Why can't I change my age on my Microsoft account?

Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in with your Microsoft account. Select Your info. On the Your info page, select Edit date of birth. Because you're accessing sensitive information, you may be asked to verify your identity.
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How do I turn off age restrictions on my Microsoft account?

Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users. Click on the Manage family settings online or remove an account option. Select the child account for which you want to turn off parental control and make the necessary changes. *Do note this can only be done by an adult account in microsoft family.
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Why does my Microsoft account think I'm a kid?

if you have a child account that is not attached they it is orphaned, you will need to have an adult account and then add the child account as a family member. Once the age on your account says you are 18 it will promote to an adult account. Was this reply helpful?
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Why is my Xbox account restricted?

Here are a few of the reasons that a device suspension or ban is issued: Xbox console tampering, such as physically opening an Xbox console and modifying the hardware to play illegitimate or unauthorized software. Online fraud, such as phishing, account theft, or other attempts to defraud Microsoft or other players.
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How do I remove age restrictions from my Xbox account on my computer?

Go to Your Xbox account and sign into the Xbox Live account using the email address and password. On your account home screen click on the 'Security, family & forums' icon. Click on the 'Privacy settings' button. Select your protection level in each category to suit your family needs.
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How do you bypass the age restriction on Xbox?

On the Xbox Family Settings App

Select your child under Your Family. Select Content Restrictions. Make sure Filter Inappropriate Content is toggled to the On. Select Allow Content Suitable for Age and confirm the age of your child.
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How long do Xbox restrictions last?

http://enforcement.xbox.com should show you the length of your suspension. Generally suspensions go from 24 hours, to 7 days, to 14 days, and then permanent. Since it is a communication ban, then yes, you won't be able to communicate through your mic.
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Why does my Xbox keep saying I need a parent?

Content restrictions – You or a member in your Xbox family group has their birth date set to under the age of majority (for example 18 in the U.S.) and can't access the content that you're trying to launch due to age restrictions.
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How do I unlock my Xbox account?

Lost password and can't sign in?
  1. Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in.
  2. You'll be asked to receive and enter a security code. After you enter the code, your account will be reopened, and your Xbox profile, along with all associated games, music, and video, will be available the next time you sign in to your console.
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Why is Microsoft asking for my age?

We require a date of birth for all Microsoft accounts to promote child safety in accordance with applicable laws and to provide you with the best user experience. Additionally, depending on your region, a parent or guardian's permission may be required to create an account.
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Why can't I change my child's settings on Xbox?

Solution 1: Make sure that you're signed in

If you're trying to change the settings for a child account or teen account, make sure that you're signed in as the organizer of your Xbox family group. Child and teen accounts are restricted from making changes to their own privacy and online safety settings.
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How do I change my date of birth on my Microsoft account?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website. Select Edit your personal info. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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How do I change my child settings on Microsoft?

Visit family.microsoft.com and sign into your Microsoft account. Find your family member and click Content Filters. Go to Apps and Games. Under Allow apps and games rated for, designate the age limit for content they will have permission to access.
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Why is my account still a child account?

If you were not yet 18 when you signed up for Xbox LIVE, your account was designated a child account. Child accounts are tied to a parent's Windows Live ID to control Family Settings, and some features of Xbox LIVE are restricted.
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How do I change a supervised account to a normal account?

Log in to an admin or parent/guardian Nintendo Account in the family group. Select Family group. Select the Nintendo Account that you want to stop supervising. Select Lift parental controls restrictions.
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How do I change my parent account?

Play Store app
  1. Open the Play Store app .
  2. At the top right, tap the profile icon.
  3. Tap Manage your Google Account People & sharing Manage your family group.
  4. Choose the parent whose privileges you want to remove.
  5. Tap Remove parental privileges.
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How do I change my age on my Microsoft account under 18?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website. Select Edit your personal info. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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