ID and password to sign up as the parent
If you have an AT&T wireless account1Up to 2 parents can locate and manage family members’ devices. You can sign up for Secure Family if you’re the primary account owner or have rights to manage the account. Use the same ID and password you use to sign in to your wireless account at myAT&T.
Good to know: User IDs and passwords are unique to each phone number. So, be sure to sign up with the user ID for the phone number of the person you want to be the primary parent. All other numbers on your account are automatically assigned the child role.
Want to add a second parent?
- First, make sure they have their own user ID for their wireless phone number. If they don’t, create one. Parents can’t share the same user ID.
- Next, give the second parent permission to manage the account online. Only the wireless account owner can do this. Here’s how:
- Go to myAT&T, then Profile.
- Select your wireless phone account.
- Go to Account Users, then + Add Secondary Users and follow the prompts.
If you have an AT&T PREPAID℠account or your U.S. wireless service is with another provider2Only 1 parent can manage your Secure Family account. You’ll use your mobile phone number and a personal identification number (PIN) to sign in to Secure Family. We’ll text your PIN to your phone. You’ll be prompted to validate your email when you sign up for Secure Family.
Want to see examples of the app’s sign-up screens (PDF, 823KB)?
AT&T Secure Family Companion app for a child’s deviceSecure Family comes with the AT&T Secure Family
TM Companion app to connect, or pair, your child’s device with yours. It’s easy to do, and there’s no extra charge. The parent app sends family members a text message so they can install the companion app on their phones. The Companion app provides easy-to-follow pairing instructions.
If you have an
AT&T wireless account1and only want basic location features, you don’t have to pair devices. But, location tracking won’t be as accurate, and you won’t be able to use most of Secure Family’s features.
If you have an
AT&T PREPAIDâ„ account or your U.S. wireless service is with another provider,
2 you have to use the companion app to pair your child’s device. Otherwise, you won’t have access to any Secure Family features.
System requirementsUse AT&T Secure Family with:
- Apple® iPhones® with iOS® 11 or higher1, 2
- Android smartphones with Android® 5.0 or higher1, 2
Secure Family is only for smartphones. It doesn’t work on feature phones, smartwatches, or devices without SIM cards. All smartphones must have separate phone numbers and be able to send and receive text messages.
Secure Family is designed for use in the AT&T coverage area and within the U.S. Some features may not work outside this service area. Location accuracy may vary based on the device’s settings, network connection, and geographical location.
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