Managing Download Restrictions on Xbox Live

Download permissions are governed by Content Ratings and Family Settings tied to the account's age and group role.

For Your Own Account (Adult)

• No restrictions by default. All ratings (E through AO) available.
• Self-imposed filters: Settings → Account → Content restrictions → Apps & games → Set max age rating.

For Child / Teen Accounts (Family Group)

1. Sign in as Organizer (Adult) at family.microsoft.com or Xbox console (Settings → Account → Family settings).
2. Select the child account → Content filters → Apps and games.
3. Set Age limit (e.g., 12, 16, 18) or choose "Allow all" (organizer only).
4. Enable Ask a parent for purchases above rating.

Other Restrictions

• Region Lock: Games unavailable in your billing region won't show/purchase.
• Delisted Titles: Cannot download if removed from store (license revoked).
• Storage Full: Free space required.

Xbox One / Series X|S (Same System)

Family Safety settings sync across Xbox 360, Xbox One, Series X|S, PC, and Mobile.