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Parental Controls

Parental Controls restrict content access based on age ratings, profiles, and viewing rules.

What are Parental Controls?

Parental Controls are features that allow guardians to limit what content can be viewed by certain users, typically children. They ensure age-appropriate viewing across OTT platforms.

Why Parental Controls matter in OTT platforms

They help content providers comply with regulations, protect young audiences, and build trust with families. Strong parental controls are critical for household and multi-profile OTT accounts.

How Parental Controls work in practice

Platforms use profile-based restrictions, maturity ratings, PIN locks, and content filters to control playback eligibility. Rules are enforced before playback begins.

Where Parental Controls are used

Parental controls are configured within account settings and applied across all devices, including mobile, web, and Smart TVs.