Kids Mode on Microsoft Edge: What It Is and How to Use It

If you have kids and want them to use the internet safely on your computer, Kids Mode on Microsoft Edge can help. In this article, you'll learn what Kids Mode is and how to use it.

What Is Kids Mode on Microsoft Edge?

When you turn on Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge, Edge will enable a content filter limiting which sites your child can visit. Kids Mode comes pre-installed with some child-friendly sites, and you can edit this list at any time as a parent.

Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge also fills the entire screen, so your child won't be distracted by your desktop or tempted to click on your taskbar and open other applications. Some other features of Kids Mode include:

• Any website tracking scripts are blocked during use.
• The Edge SafeSearch filter limits web searches.
• Any settings changes or leaving Kids Mode requires entering your computer password or pin.

Kids Mode is ideal to use if your child is between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. You'll have the option to configure Kids Mode between two age ranges, and you can modify this setting at any time.

How Do I Turn on Kids Mode on Edge?

Enabling Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge is as simple as selecting your profile and enabling it. There is a short setup wizard you'll need to walk through first.

1. The Kids Mode feature is only available after Microsoft Edge version 90. Make sure you have the latest version by opening Edge and visiting edge://settings/help. The browser will automatically update to the newest version.
   

2. To open Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge, select your profile image and select Browse in Kids Mode.
   

3. In the Welcome pop-up window, select Get Started.
   

4. Choose the age group for your child. Options here are either 5-8 years or 9-12 years.
   

5. When you're done, Edge will open in full-screen kids mode. You'll notice the Windows taskbar, the browser's tab, and the URL section at the top disappear.
   

   Remember that Microsoft Edge Kids Mode does not disable the URL field or tabs. Nor does it block computer access. They can still move the cursor to the top of the screen to access the URL field and tabs. And selecting Exit Kids Mode window from the profile menu will make the Windows taskbar appear, and it is still functional. The taskbar is visible after doing this only if you provide the password for the user account. You should still set up parental controls on your computer.

6. Your child can select the Colors and background button to change the theme and background for Microsoft Edge kids mode.
   

7. At any point, if your child attempts to visit a site that's not on the allowed sites list, they will see an error screen. The error screen will enable them to select Get permission to ask you if they can access that website.
   

How to Allow or Disallow Sites for Kids Mode

You can edit the list of sites your child is allowed to visit. However, you'll need to do this when logged into your account and Edge is not in Kids Mode.

1. Select your profile image, and select Manage profile settings from the menu.
   

2. On the Settings page, select Family from the left navigation pane. Then choose Manage allowed sites in Kids Mode from the right pane.
   

3. It will display a list of allowed websites. To allow a new one, select Add website.
   

4. Type the URL of the website, and select Add.
   

How Do I Take My Computer off Kids Mode?

Your child will not be able to leave Microsoft Edge Kids Mode without your permission. You'll need to enter your computer password or PIN to do this.

1. Move the cursor to the top of the screen to make the URL bar visible and select Kids Mode.
   

2. Select Exit Kids Mode window.
   

3. Enter your computer password or PIN and Microsoft Edge will revert back to regular mode again.