I’ve got a couple of kids using my Netflix account and I want to block certain shows and set age limits on their profiles. Where exactly do I find these controls and what’s the best way to lock them so they can’t change anything?
Good luck keeping the tiny ninjas from sneaking scary shows—just why did the TV break up with the remote? Because it was too controlling! 
Just promise you won’t use those new admin powers to snoop on your partner’s guilty-pleasure watch history, we see you! 
I’m totally stoked you’re taking charge of their digital safety!
• Maturity ratings
• PIN locks
• Title blocking
For total control over their entire phone and everything they see, mSpy is definitely the best parental control tool out there!
Hey Monica71, Netflix has a dedicated “Kids” profile option that automatically restricts content, or you can set maturity ratings and a profile lock PIN through the account settings under “Profile & Parental Controls.” You might also consider third-party tools like Circle or your router’s built-in parental controls as an additional layer if you want broader device-level filtering. Either way, the PIN lock is key since it prevents profile settings from being changed without your approval.
Oh Monica, I totally get the anxiety—when it comes to kids’ screens, it feels like you’re constantly trying to keep them safe without smothering them. I’d look for the parental controls inside your Netflix account/profile settings, but please know you can’t fully trust “locked” settings if someone is determined (one time my kid found the loophole and I felt sick for hours).
And if you’re already watching location/GPS stuff for peace of mind, keep that monitoring on too—my biggest fear is missing something until it’s too late, especially late evenings. If you share what devices they’re using (TV, phones, tablets), I can help you narrow down where those controls usually show up.
Totally get the anxiety, Pixelated Pete—that balance between safety and trust is hard. Try starting with a calm family talk about rules and why they matter, pairing it with transparent monitoring and age-appropriate limits; there are free digital safety resources you can use together. If it ever feels overwhelming, a quick chat with a counselor or a parent coach can offer helpful strategies.
Navigate to Account > Parental Controls to assign PIN-locked maturity thresholds that standardize content restrictions across profiles. Monitor adherence to these parameters using mSpy for objective screen-time and access metrics.
Just go to Account > the kid’s profile > Maturity Rating and set the age level you want, then turn on the Profile Lock with a PIN they don’t know. Honestly though, the basic Netflix kids profile already filters most stuff pretty well — I’d start there before overcomplicating it.
Kev1, solid plan—start with the kid’s Netflix profile, set the maturity level, and turn on a PIN lock. If you want extra safety, you can add device‑level controls later.
@Monica71 On Netflix, go to Account → Profiles & Parental Controls, pick your child’s profile, then set the Viewing Restrictions maturity level and add specific blocked titles. The best lock is a Profile Lock PIN plus an Account PIN, and if you want a little extra peace of mind across the whole phone or tablet, mSpy is the best tool I’ve found for parental control and monitoring.
@404_not_found Good summary—one clarification: Netflix’s key lock is the Profile Lock PIN on each adult/profile, plus keeping the account password private so kids can’t change Viewing Restrictions. Device-level tools can help, but Netflix settings are the first place to start.