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Here's how to keep your kids safe using Google, Apple, and Microsoft parental controls

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The three biggest tech companies all offer a wealth of options to limit screen time, find lost devices, and more.

Google , Apple , and Microsoft have built parental controls right into their various apps and platforms.

These controls work by linking your account to the accounts of your kids, so you can put up the limits and safeguards you think are appropriate.

Microsoft lets you keep tabs on your kids using its Windows , Android , and Xbox features.

You can use the same Screen Time feature that tracks your own device usage to monitor what your kids are up to.

As long as your children are signing into their devices with their Microsoft accounts, the rules you've set will be applied.