Set Up Parental Controls
Without the Stress
Our voice-guided assistant walks you through every step of setting up Screen Time and parental controls on your child's iOS device. No technical knowledge required.
Why Parents Love Hold the Phone
Voice-Guided Setup
Just talk to our assistant. Describe your situation, and we'll guide you through each step with clear, simple instructions.
Personalized for You
Every family is different. We ask about your child's age, device, and your concerns to give you tailored recommendations.
Emailed Summary
Get a personalized guide emailed to you with everything you set up, plus tips for future reference.
How It Works
Tell us about your situation
Share your child's age, the device they use, and what you're hoping to accomplish. You can type or use voice.
Follow step-by-step guidance
Our assistant walks you through each setting, one at a time. Mark each step complete as you go, and ask questions if you get stuck.
Get your personalized guide
When you're done, we email you a summary of everything you set up, with tips for managing settings in the future.
Why Parental Controls Matter
Research from Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation and other studies shows the significant impact of smartphones and social media on youth mental health.
145%
Increase in teen depression rates since 2010, correlating with smartphone adoption
4+ hrs
Average daily screen time for teens linked to higher anxiety and lower well-being
Age 14+
Recommended minimum age for social media access according to researchers
70%
Of parents say managing screen time is a major challenge for their family
“The transition from a play-based childhood to a phone-based childhood has been a catastrophe for adolescent mental health.”
— Jonathan Haidt, The Anxious Generation (2024)
Helping Families Navigate the Digital World
Hold the Phone helps families navigate the challenges of raising kids in the digital age. We provide the tools and guidance parents need to protect their children online while maintaining a healthy relationship with technology.
This free tool makes digital safety accessible to every family, regardless of technical expertise.
Ready to protect your child online?
It only takes a few minutes to set up essential parental controls. Our assistant is here to help every step of the way.
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