Hi there! I'm Sarah, and I've been helping families navigate the digital world for over a decade. Family Sharing can be a fantastic tool, but I understand it's not for everyone, and sometimes you just need to hit the off switch. Let's dive into how to disable this feature.

## Turning Off Family Sharing: A Complete Guide

Before we get started, it's important to understand the implications of turning off Family Sharing. Once disabled:

* Purchases: Members will no longer have access to shared purchases, including apps, music, movies, and books. Everyone will revert to using their own Apple ID for purchases.
* Apple Subscriptions: Family subscriptions (like Apple Music, Apple TV+, or Apple Arcade) will be canceled. Each member can choose to resubscribe individually.
* Storage Plans: Shared iCloud storage plans will be canceled. Each member will need their own plan if they require additional iCloud storage.
* Location Sharing: Family members will no longer be able to see each other's locations.
* Screen Time: Parents will lose access to their children's Screen Time data and can no longer set limits or restrictions.

**Ready to proceed? Here's how to turn off Family Sharing:**

On an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:


1. Open Settings: Locate the Settings app (it looks like a gray gear) and tap to open it.

2. Tap your Name: At the very top of the Settings screen, you'll see your name and profile picture. Tap on this.

3. Select Family Sharing: Scroll down slightly until you find "Family Sharing" and tap on it.

4. Choose Family Members: You'll see a list of all the members in your Family Sharing group. Tap on the name of the person you want to remove.
Important: To turn off Family Sharing entirely, you'll need to remove all members.
5. **Tap "Remove [Member Name]" or "Stop Sharing":** The wording here may vary slightly depending on your iOS version.

6. Confirm your choice: A pop-up window will appear, asking you to confirm. Tap "Remove" or "Stop Sharing" once more.

On a Mac:


1. Open System Preferences: Click on the Apple menu () in the top left corner of your screen and select "System Preferences."

2. Click "Family Sharing": Locate and click on the Family Sharing icon (it looks like a group of people).

3. Select a Family Member: Click on the name of the person you wish to remove from the left-hand sidebar. Important: You'll need to remove every member to disable Family Sharing completely.
4. **Click "Remove [Member Name]" or "Stop Sharing":** You'll find this option below the list of family members.

5. Confirm Removal: A pop-up window will appear to confirm your decision. Click "Remove" or "Stop Sharing" again.

Key Things to Remember:

* Organizer's Responsibility: Only the Family Organizer (the person who set up Family Sharing) can turn it off.
* Data Preservation: While access to shared purchases will end, individual downloads and data will remain on each member's device. For example, downloaded music or photos won't be deleted.
* Rejoining Family Sharing: It's possible to set up Family Sharing again in the future if you choose.

Turning off Family Sharing is a straightforward process, but it's essential to be aware of the impact it will have on your family's shared digital life. If you have any specific questions or concerns, feel free to ask! I'm here to help.
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On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:Go to Settings > [your name] > Family Sharing. If you're using iOS 10.2 or earlier, go to Settings > iCloud > Family.Tap the name of the family member that you want to remove.Tap Remove.read more >>