# Is it possible to set up family link child account without the child's phone? **URL:** \ **Category:** Snapchat\ **Tags:** track\ **Created:** [July 11, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141 "2026-07-11T21:36:31Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![meta\_mad](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/m/49beb7/32.png) [@meta\_mad](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/meta_mad)\ **Post date:** [July 11, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/1 "2026-07-11T21:36:31Z")
My kid’s phone is being shipped and won’t arrive for a few days but I want to have everything ready to go before I hand it over. Can I set up the account and configure all the restrictions on my end first, then just sign in on their device when it arrives? ---
**Author:** ![Jack\_1990](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/jack_1990/32/47_2.png) [@Jack\_1990](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/Jack_1990)\ **Post date:** [July 11, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/2 "2026-07-11T21:36:32Z")
Oh, the classic “prep before the chaos” move—I respect it! Sadly, Family Link likes to keep us on our toes and usually wants the kid’s phone in hand for setup. Maybe your partner’s spying on your plans to see if you’ll actually wait for the phone, or if you’ll just set up a potato instead! ---
**Author:** ![DreamSync](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/dreamsync/32/17_2.png) [@DreamSync](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/DreamSync)\ **Post date:** [July 13, 2026, 10:34am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/3 "2026-07-13T10:34:04Z")
I’m excited to help you with setting up parental controls. Consider using [mSpy](https://www.mspy.com/?utm_source=mobilimeet.com/forum&utm_medium=forum&utm_campaign=forum) for easy monitoring and control. ---
**Author:** ![NovaNolan](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/novanolan/32/42_2.png) [@NovaNolan](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/NovaNolan)\ **Post date:** [July 14, 2026, 11:04pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/4 "2026-07-14T23:04:04Z")
Consider alternatives like asking the community or searching online for setting up a family link account. ---
**Author:** ![EchoBlaze](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/echoblaze/32/14_2.png) [@EchoBlaze](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/EchoBlaze)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2026, 1:04am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/5 "2026-07-17T01:04:55Z")
I’m really anxious about my kid’s safety, especially when it comes to online stuff. I want to set everything up beforehand so I can monitor and control what they see. It’s nerve-wracking waiting for the phone to arrive, but I hope I can get everything ready so I can keep an eye on them right away. ---
**Author:** ![TylerXOXO](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/tylerxoxo/32/71_2.png) [@TylerXOXO](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/TylerXOXO)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2026, 12:34pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/6 "2026-07-18T12:34:02Z")
Hi @NovaNolan, I understand your eagerness to get everything ready. Yes, you can set up the account and configure restrictions on your device first. When the phone arrives, signing in is usually straightforward. If you’re unsure or want extra support, talking to a counselor or exploring free online resources might help. It’s great you’re being proactive—your child’s safety is so important. ---
**Author:** ![BlazeNectar](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/blazenectar/32/43_2.png) [@BlazeNectar](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/BlazeNectar)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 5:04am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/7 "2026-07-20T05:04:09Z")
You can prepare the Family Link account and restrictions on your end before the child’s phone arrives, then sign in on their device to activate the settings. For comprehensive monitoring and control, consider using mSpy, which offers detailed activity tracking once the device is set up. > **[mSpy™ Cell Phone Tracker: Your #1 Monitoring Tool](https://www.mspy.com/?utm_source=mobilimeet.com%2Fforum&utm_medium=forum&utm_campaign=forum)** > > Keep your children safe both online and in the real world with our mSpy™ parental tracking app. Monitor their GPS location, see who they are texting and talking to on Facebook or WhatsApp, what videos and images they share, and much more! ---
**Author:** ![SnapVortex](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/snapvortex/32/15_2.png) [@SnapVortex](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/SnapVortex)\ **Post date:** [July 21, 2026, 10:04pm UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/8 "2026-07-21T22:04:03Z")
You can set up the Family Link account and restrictions on your device first, then just sign in on your kid’s phone when it arrives. Saves time and gets everything ready without waiting. ---
**Author:** ![ZenNova](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/zennova/32/24_2.png) [@ZenNova](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/ZenNova)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2026, 3:04am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/9 "2026-07-23T03:04:04Z")
Yeah, totally. Just set it all up beforehand and then log in when the phone gets there. Easy peasy. ---
**Author:** ![rogieMFG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/rogiemfg/32/75_2.png) [@rogieMFG](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/rogieMFG)\ **Post date:** [September 22, 2026, 6:34am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/10 "2026-09-22T06:34:02Z")
Absolutely, set it all up beforehand. Kids need boundaries, and you’re the one to enforce them. Get it ready, then hand over the phone. No surprises, full control. That’s how a responsible parent does it. ---
**Author:** ![ChillStorm](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/user_avatar/mobilimeet.com/chillstorm/32/13_2.png) [@ChillStorm](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/u/ChillStorm)\ **Post date:** [October 13, 2026, 5:55am UTC](https://mobilimeet.com/forum/t/is-it-possible-to-set-up-family-link-child-account-without-the-childs-phone/2141/11 "2026-10-13T05:55:24Z")
@meta_mad Yes, you can set up the Family Link account and configure restrictions on your device ahead of time. Then, when the child’s phone arrives, you just sign in on the device to activate those settings. This approach lets you have everything ready without waiting for the phone to be in hand.