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Account Settings

Manage your FamilyCast account, family profiles, privacy settings, and preferences - all in one place.

Overview​

Your Family Settings hub lets you control:

  • Family member profiles
  • Privacy and safety settings
  • Notification preferences
  • Display preferences
  • Kids' safety controls
  • Account security

Getting to Settings​

  1. Tap the menu icon (three lines) in the top corner
  2. Select Family Settings
  3. Or tap your profile picture and choose Settings

Family Profile Management​

Your Profile​

Keep your family info up-to-date:

What you can edit:

  • Display Name - How you appear to family members
  • Profile Photo - Your picture on the family board
  • Email - For account access and notifications
  • Phone - For important alerts (optional)
  • Birthday - For family celebrations
  • Favorite Color - Personalizes your content

To update your profile:

  1. Go to Settings → My Profile
  2. Tap Edit
  3. Change what you need
  4. Tap Save

Adding Family Members​

Free Plan: 1 account holder Family Plus: 2 family members can manage Family Max: Up to 5 family members

Add a family member:

  1. Go to Settings → Family Members
  2. Tap Add Family Member
  3. Choose member type:
    • Adult - Full management access
    • Teen - Limited editing rights
    • Child - View only with parental controls
  4. Enter their email (adults/teens) or create username (children)
  5. Send invitation or create account

Kids' Profiles​

Create safe profiles for children:

Kid-Safe Features:

  • No email required
  • Parent-controlled username
  • Restricted content access
  • Supervised editing (Family Max only)
  • Fun avatars instead of photos
  • Simplified interface

Setting up a child profile:

  1. Tap Add Family Member
  2. Select Child Account
  3. Create fun username
  4. Pick their avatar
  5. Set age-appropriate permissions

Security & Privacy​

Password Settings​

Change your password:

  1. Go to Settings → Security
  2. Tap Change Password
  3. Enter current password
  4. Create new password
  5. Confirm and save

Good password tips:

  • At least 8 characters
  • Mix of letters and numbers
  • Different from other accounts
  • Write it down somewhere safe

Two-Step Verification​

Add extra security to your family's account:

Turn on two-step verification:

  1. Go to Settings → Security
  2. Toggle Two-Step Verification
  3. Choose method:
    • Text message (easiest)
    • Email code
    • Authentication app
  4. Follow setup steps
  5. Save backup codes somewhere safe

Managing Devices​

See all devices using your account:

View connected devices:

  • Living room display
  • Kitchen screen
  • Kids' room tablet
  • Your phone
  • Partner's phone

Remove a device:

  1. Find device in list
  2. Tap Remove
  3. Device immediately disconnected

Kids' Safety Settings​

Content Controls​

Keep displays family-friendly:

Safety Options:

  • Safe Search - Filter inappropriate content
  • Approved Apps Only - Limit integrations
  • Photo Approval - Review before displaying
  • Time Restrictions - Set display quiet hours
  • School Mode - Limit during homework time

Screen Time Rules​

Manage when displays show content:

Bedtime Mode:

  • Displays dim or turn off
  • Set different times per room
  • Weekend exceptions allowed
  • Morning gentle wake-up

Homework Hours:

  • Limit to educational content
  • Show homework reminders only
  • Disable entertainment widgets
  • Parent override available

Content Filtering​

Control what appears on displays:

Filter Levels:

  • Everyone - All family-appropriate content
  • Kids - Extra filtering for young children
  • Teen - Age-appropriate for teenagers
  • Custom - Set your own rules

Notification Preferences​

Family Alerts​

Choose what notifications you receive:

Important Alerts:

  • Family member arrives home
  • Kids mark chores complete
  • Birthday reminders
  • Family event reminders
  • Display goes offline

Activity Updates:

  • New photos added
  • Calendar events created
  • Shopping list updates
  • Message board posts

System Notices:

  • Storage almost full
  • New features available
  • Scheduled maintenance
  • Account changes

Notification Timing​

Set when you want to be notified:

Quiet Hours:

  • No notifications during dinner (6-7 PM)
  • Silent overnight (10 PM - 7 AM)
  • Weekend morning sleep-in
  • Override for emergencies only

Alert Methods​

How you want to be notified:

  • Push notifications - On your phone
  • Email - Daily summary or instant
  • Display alerts - Shown on screens
  • Sound alerts - Gentle chimes

Display Preferences​

Home Theme​

Personalize your family's displays:

Theme Choices:

  • Cozy - Warm, welcoming colors
  • Modern - Clean and minimalist
  • Playful - Bright and fun for kids
  • Seasonal - Changes with holidays
  • Custom - Create your own

Default Settings​

Set preferences for all displays:

Display Defaults:

  • Screen brightness
  • Transition effects
  • Photo display time
  • Weather location
  • Time format (12 or 24 hour)
  • Temperature (°F or °C)

Room Personalization​

Customize each room's display:

Kitchen Display:

  • Recipe focus
  • Meal planning priority
  • Shopping lists prominent
  • Timer widgets

Kids' Room:

  • Chore charts
  • School schedule
  • Bedtime stories
  • Achievement celebrations

Living Room:

  • Family photos featured
  • Entertainment schedule
  • Weather prominent
  • Family calendar

Account Management​

Subscription Details​

View your current plan:

Plan Information:

  • Current plan (Free/Plus/Max)
  • Next billing date (if applicable)
  • Payment method
  • Usage statistics

Quick links to:

Data & Privacy​

Control your family's information:

Privacy Settings:

  • Location sharing (within family only)
  • Photo sharing permissions
  • Calendar visibility
  • Activity tracking

Data Management:

  • Download family photos
  • Export calendars
  • Backup settings
  • Delete old content

Account Actions​

Taking a Break:

  • Vacation Mode - Pause displays while away
  • Seasonal Pause - Summer break option

Leaving FamilyCast:

  1. Download your photos first
  2. Export important dates
  3. Go to Settings → Account
  4. Choose Cancel Plan or Delete Account
  5. Follow prompts

Family Sharing​

Shared Calendars​

Connect family calendars:

Supported Calendars:

  • Google Calendar
  • Apple Calendar
  • Outlook
  • School calendars
  • Sports team schedules

Sharing Settings:

  • Show all events
  • Hide event details
  • Color-code by person
  • Filter by importance

Photo Sharing​

Manage family photo library:

Photo Sources:

  • Phone galleries
  • Google Photos
  • iCloud Photos
  • Facebook albums
  • Instagram feeds

Sharing Rules:

  • Auto-approve from parents
  • Review kids' uploads
  • Guest photo submissions
  • Special event albums

Troubleshooting​

Can't Update Settings​

Try these steps:

  1. Check internet connection
  2. Refresh the app
  3. Sign out and back in
  4. Clear app cache
  5. Update to latest version

Family Member Can't Access​

Common fixes:

  • Resend invitation
  • Check email spam folder
  • Verify account limit not reached
  • Ensure correct email address

Display Not Updating​

Quick solutions:

  • Check display connection
  • Verify settings saved
  • Restart display device
  • Check time zone settings

Best Practices​

For Parents​

  1. Regular Reviews

    • Check kids' content monthly
    • Update safety settings as kids grow
    • Review connected devices
    • Audit family member access

  2. Security First

    • Use two-step verification
    • Strong, unique password
    • Regular password updates
    • Monitor device access

  3. Family Involvement

    • Let kids help choose themes
    • Rotate who updates content
    • Celebrate achievements on displays
    • Create family traditions

For Kids' Safety​

  1. Age-Appropriate Settings

    • Adjust as children grow
    • Different rules per child
    • Gradual freedom increases
    • Clear family rules

  2. Educational Focus

    • Homework reminders prominent
    • Educational content priority
    • Achievement celebrations
    • Learning game integration

Getting Help​

Support Options​

Free Plan:

  • Community forums
  • Help articles
  • Video tutorials

Family Plus:

  • Email support (24-hour response)
  • All free plan resources

Family Max:

  • Priority email (4-hour response)
  • All other resources

Contact Support​

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Help Center: help.familycast.app
  • Community: community.familycast.app

Next Steps​