Before you start using Screen Time and the "Always On Downtime" method, make sure your child's iPhone is set up correctly under your Apple Family.

Step 1: Add Your Child to Your Apple Family

On your iPhone:

Settings → Your Name → Family → Add Member → Create Child Account (or invite them if they already have an Apple ID).

Follow the prompts to add your child to your family group.

✅ Make sure your child appears in your Family list before moving on.

Step 2: Enable Screen Time for Your Child

On your iPhone:

Settings → Family → Select your child's name → Screen Time

Tap Turn On Screen Time.

Choose This is My Child's iPhone when prompted.

Step 3: Create a Screen Time Passcode

This is the most important step.

When asked to create a Screen Time passcode:

✅ Use a code your child cannot guess.

✅ Make it different from: