If you’re a parent who wants to ensure that your child doesn’t listen to explicit music on Apple Music, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll be showing you how to turn off explicit content on Apple Music on iPhone, Mac, and the web.
Apple Music is a great platform for discovering new music, but it’s not always family-friendly. Fortunately, Apple provides parental controls that allow you to restrict access to explicit content. By following the steps we provide, you can make sure that your child only listens to music that’s appropriate for their age.
Whether you’re using an iPhone, Mac, or the web version of Apple Music, turning off explicit content is a quick and easy process. By following our step-by-step guide, you’ll be able to enjoy all of your favorite songs without worrying about inappropriate language or themes. So, let’s get started!
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How do I disable explicit content on Apple Music?
If you’re looking to restrict explicit content from being played in Apple Music, you’re in the right place. Here’s how to disable explicit content on Apple Music:
On iPhone or iPad
- Open the Settings app and tap on “Screen Time.”
- Select “Content & Privacy Restrictions” and turn on the toggle next to “Content & Privacy Restrictions.”
- Tap on “Content Restrictions” and then select “Music, Podcasts and News.”
- Finally, toggle off the switch next to “Explicit” to disable explicit content.
On Mac
- Open the Music app and click on “Music” in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
- Click on “Preferences” and then select “Restrictions.”
- Check the box next to “Music with explicit content” to restrict explicit lyrics.
- You’ll be prompted to confirm and you might also need to enter your Mac’s password.
It’s worth noting that these settings apply to all user accounts on the device, so if you have multiple users, you’ll need to make these changes for each account.
In addition to these steps, you can also change the passcode and turn off content restrictions in Apple Music on the web. Simply click on “Change Passcode” and enter a new passcode, then click “Continue.” To turn off content restrictions, click the switch next to “Restrictions.”
By following these steps, you can easily disable explicit content on Apple Music and enjoy a more family-friendly listening experience.
What Happens When Explicit Content is Turned Off
When you turn off explicit content on Apple Music, the app will automatically filter out any songs or albums that contain explicit language or themes. This means that you will only be able to listen to clean versions of songs that have been edited to remove any explicit content.
If you try to play a song that contains explicit lyrics or themes, the app will skip over it and move on to the next track. This ensures that you won’t accidentally hear any content that you find offensive or inappropriate.
It’s important to note that while the filter is generally effective, it’s not perfect. Some songs may slip through the cracks and contain explicit content even when the filter is turned on. Additionally, the filter may not catch all instances of explicit content, particularly if the song has been edited in a way that makes the explicit content less obvious.
Overall, turning off explicit content on Apple Music is a good way to ensure that you and your family can enjoy the app without being exposed to any content that you find offensive or inappropriate. While the filter may not catch everything, it’s a helpful tool that can make your listening experience more enjoyable and comfortable.
How to Turn Explicit Content Back On
If you have previously turned off explicit content on Apple Music and want to turn it back on, it’s a simple process. Here’s how to do it on iOS and macOS devices.
On iOS Devices
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap on “Screen Time.”
- If you have not set up Screen Time before, tap “Turn On Screen Time” and follow the instructions to set it up.
- Tap on “Content & Privacy Restrictions.”
- If you have not set up Content & Privacy Restrictions before, tap “Turn On Content & Privacy Restrictions” and follow the instructions to set it up.
- Tap on “Content Restrictions.”
- Tap on “Music, Podcasts & News.”
- Tap on “Explicit” to allow explicit content.
On macOS Devices
- Open the Music app on your Mac.
- Click on “Music” in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
- Click on “Preferences.”
- Click on the “Restrictions” tab.
- Enter your passcode if prompted.
- Uncheck the box next to “Music with explicit content.”
- Click on “OK” to save your changes.
That’s it! You have now turned on explicit content on Apple Music. Keep in mind that if you have set up parental controls or content restrictions, you may need to adjust those settings as well to allow explicit content to be played.
How do I Turn off Censored Songs on Apple Music?
If you’re tired of listening to censored songs on Apple Music, you can easily turn off explicit content and enjoy your favorite tracks without any interruptions. Here’s how you can do it:
On iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
- Open the Settings app on your device.
- Tap on Screen Time, and then tap on Content & Privacy Restrictions.
- If you haven’t already set up a passcode, you’ll be prompted to do so. Enter a passcode that you’ll remember.
- Turn on the Content & Privacy Restrictions toggle switch.
- Tap on Content Restrictions, and then tap on Music, Podcasts & News.
- Select Clean under Explicit Content to turn off censored songs.
On Mac or PC
- Open iTunes or Music app on your Mac or PC.
- Click on iTunes or Music in the menu bar, and then select Preferences.
- Click on Restrictions, and then check the box next to Music with explicit content.
- Click OK to save your changes.
By following these simple steps, you can easily turn off censored songs on Apple Music and enjoy your music without any restrictions. Keep in mind that if you have Family Sharing enabled, your restrictions will apply to all members of your family group.
How do I Enable Parental Controls on Apple Music?
If you want to restrict access to explicit content on Apple Music, you can enable parental controls. This feature allows you to set content restrictions on your account, ensuring that explicit songs, albums, and music videos are not available to you or your children. Here’s how you can enable parental controls on Apple Music:
- Go to music.apple.com and click on the “My Account” button in the top-right corner of the screen. Sign in with your Apple ID if prompted.
- Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu that appears.
- Scroll down to the “Parental Controls” section and click on the “Edit” button
- Toggle the switch next to “Content Restrictions” to turn it on.
- Choose the content rating that you want to apply to your account. You can select “Clean” to filter out explicit content, “Explicit” to allow explicit content, or “No Rating” to allow all content.
- Click on the “Save” button to apply your changes.
Once you have enabled parental controls, you will need to enter your Apple ID password to turn off content restrictions or change the content rating. You can also set up parental controls on your child’s device to restrict access to explicit content on Apple Music.
Note that parental controls are only effective on the device where they are enabled. If you have multiple devices, you will need to enable parental controls on each one separately. Additionally, parental controls do not apply to content that you have already downloaded or synced to your device. You will need to manually delete any explicit content that you do not want to be accessible.
How can I Filter out Explicit Songs on Apple Music?
If you are concerned about explicit content in your music library or want to create a family-friendly environment, you can easily filter out explicit songs on Apple Music. Here’s how you can do it:
iPhone or iPad
- Open the Settings app on your device.
- Tap on Screen Time and select Content & Privacy Restrictions.
- Turn on the Content & Privacy Restrictions toggle if it’s not already on.
- Tap on Content Restrictions and select Music, Podcasts & News.
- Choose Clean to only allow clean music or select Explicit to allow all music.
Mac or PC
- Open the Music app or iTunes on your computer.
- Click on Preferences in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
- Select the Restrictions tab.
- Check the box next to “Music with explicit content” to filter out explicit songs.
On the Web
- Go to Apple Music and sign in with your Apple ID.
- Click on the My Account button in the top-right corner and select Settings.
- Under Parental Controls, click on “Edit” next to “Music with explicit content.”
- Choose Clean to only allow clean music or select Explicit to allow all music.
By following these easy steps, you can filter out explicit songs on Apple Music and enjoy a family-friendly listening experience. Keep in mind that this feature is not foolproof and may not catch all explicit content, so it’s always a good idea to monitor your music library regularly.
How do I enable restrictions on Apple Music for iOS 15?
If you want to restrict access to explicit content on Apple Music for iOS 15, you can enable restrictions using the Screen Time feature. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the “Settings” app on your iOS 15 device.
- Tap “Screen Time.”
- If you haven’t already set up Screen Time, tap “Turn on Screen Time” and follow the prompts to set it up.
- Tap “Content & Privacy Restrictions.”
- Tap “iTunes & App Store Purchases.”
- Tap “Music and Podcasts.”
- Select “Clean” to restrict explicit content.
Once you have enabled these restrictions, any explicit content will be hidden from view in Apple Music on your iOS 15 device. If you want to access explicit content again, you can simply go back into the settings and turn off the restrictions.
Please note that the steps above may vary slightly depending on the version of iOS 15 you are using. If you have any trouble enabling restrictions on Apple Music, you can contact Apple Support for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I remove censored content on Apple Music?
If you want to remove censored content on Apple Music, you can turn off the Clean filter. To do this, go to Settings, then tap on Screen Time. Next, tap on Content & Privacy Restrictions and make sure that it’s turned on. Tap on Content Restrictions and then tap on Music, Podcasts & News. Finally, tap on Clean to turn off the filter.
Is it possible to filter explicit content on Apple Music?
Yes, it is possible to filter explicit content on Apple Music. You can do this by turning on the Music with explicit content restriction. To do this, click on Edit in the menu bar, then click on Preferences. Next, click on the Restrictions tab and make sure that the padlock in the lower left corner is unlocked. Under Restrict, tick Music with explicit content to hide explicit content. Untick this option to allow all content. Click OK once you’ve made your adjustments.