1.26.1
2024-02-27
- Restored Lock Device feature: We've listened to your feedback and brought back the Lock Device feature. Now you can easily lock your device from within the app.
- Updated steps: We've updated the steps to complete the new update on the app and the family website, making it easier for you to get the latest version.
- Crash Fixes: We've fixed some bugs that were causing the app to crash, so you can enjoy a smoother experience.
Thank you for using our app! We're always working to improve your experience, so please keep the feedback coming.
1.26.0
2024-01-21
- Revamped experience in accordance with changes in family.microsoft.com.
1.25.0
2023-11-10
- Landscape mode now available.
- General bug fixes.
1.24.3
2023-04-24
- Fixes around app performance improvement.
1.24.2
2023-04-04
- Review location settings.
1.24.1
2023-03-11
- Feature improvements around location-based features.
1.24.0
2023-01-18
- Bug fixes and house cleaning before holidays.
1.23.0
2022-11-07
- We are excited to launch insights on your child's spending on Xbox and Windows store. You will see them in the spending card if insights are available.
- New alerts will let you know when your child is using a browser that does not share web activity or apply Family Safety content filters.
- Few bugs fixes to continue keeping your family safe.
1.21.1
2022-07-19
Save time from approving requests by automatically allowing an AI-generated list of educational websites that your kids may need for school.
You can now set app and game limits for different days of the week.
1.21.0
2022-07-06
Save time from approving requests by automatically allowing an AI-generated list of educational websites that your kids may need for school.
You can now set app and game limits for different days of the week.
1.20.0
2022-06-08
Screen time usage for today is now available with a quick glance at the family overview page.
Easily allow access to pre-approved educational websites without needing to add them individually to the allow list.
1.19.0
2022-04-26
Adding funds to your kids' Microsoft Store account is easier than ever; get notifications for completed purchases and the successful addition of funds.
You can now report any misclassified adult websites to help make our content detection better.
With this update, devices running iOS 12 & 13 are no longer supported.
1.17.0
2022-02-16
Dinner's ready, devices off: You asked for a way to lock devices instantly, and we heard you! Now you can lock (and resume) your child's devices. *Note: Only Xbox and Windows 11 devices are supported.
Now you can manage what data you share with us by tapping Help and Feedback > Privacy management.
We'd be sorry to see you go, but if you need to delete your account for any reason, you can now start the process from the app.
1.16.0
2022-01-31
Accept pending invites directly from your mobile device.
New alerts will let you know when your child's Windows, Xbox, or Android devices need attention, ensuring settings work as expected.
Adding money to your child's Microsoft account is easier than eve; push notifications sent for purchase requests.
Notifications will now be delivered to you when time sensitive notifications are enabled under Focus in iOS 15.
1.14.0
2021-11-30
You asked for more flexible options when approving screen time requests, and we listened! Now you can approve a custom number of extra minutes in addition to the default options.
To help your family have safer online experiences, we'll flag potentially concerning search terms from your child's Edge activity (English terms only). This feature is in preview, so please help us improve by tapping on a term to tell us if it should or shouldn't be flagged.
1.13.0
2021-10-19
It's now easier to get started, with clear steps on how to connect a new device for your child and enable activity reporting features.
We've made it easier to view your child's screen time and app or game activity by separating them into two focused views.
1.12.1
2021-09-28
This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make Microsoft Family Safety better for you.
Feel free to send us any comments or questions by going to Settings > Help & Feedback – we’d love to hear from you.
1.5.0
2021-01-11
This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make Microsoft Family Safety better for you.
Feel free to send us any comments or questions by going to Settings > Help & Feedback – we’d love to hear from you.
1.4.0
2020-12-10
This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make Microsoft Family Safety better for you.
Feel free to send us any comments or questions by going to Settings > Help & Feedback – we’d love to hear from you.
1.3.0
2020-11-09
This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make Microsoft Family Safety better for you.
Feel free to send us any comments or questions by going to Settings > Help & Feedback – we’d love to hear from you.
1.1.1
2020-09-01
This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make Microsoft Family Safety better for you.
Feel free to send us any comments or questions by going to Settings > Help & Feedback – we’d love to hear from you.
1.1.0
2020-08-19
This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make Microsoft Family Safety better for you.
Feel free to send us any comments or questions by going to Settings > Help & Feedback – we’d love to hear from you.