Parental controls for Alexa games
Parental controls help you manage skills, content, and play time. Here’s how to keep Alexa gaming kid-safe.
Use the Alexa app for controls
The Alexa app lets you manage which skills are enabled and set limits for kids.
You can disable skills that aren’t appropriate and keep kid-safe games available.
Start by reviewing enabled skills in the child profile.
Turn on kid-friendly settings
Enable parental controls in the Alexa app under your child’s profile.
Use content filters to keep gameplay appropriate.
Keep sessions short to avoid screen-free fatigue.
Pick the right games
Choose games with short prompts and family-friendly content.
Avoid games that require long setup or complex menus.
Look for skills that clearly state age-appropriate content.
Set time boundaries
Use routines to schedule game time and keep sessions predictable.
Short rounds make it easier to stop without friction.
Use timers or reminders to signal when play ends.
References and further reading
Amazon Alexa Skills Store: https://www.amazon.com/alexa-skills/b?node=13727921011
Understanding Alexa skills (Amazon developer documentation): https://developer.amazon.com/en-US/docs/alexa/custom-skills/understanding-alexa-skills.html
Amazon Alexa overview (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_Alexa
FAQ
How do I set parental controls for Alexa games?
Use the Alexa app to manage skills, filters, and child profiles.
Are Alexa games safe for kids?
Many are kid-friendly, especially when parental controls are enabled.
How do I verify a game is kid-safe?
Check the skill description and reviews in the Alexa app before enabling.