GoKawiilGoogle tests daily Gemini time limits for supervised child accounts
Code found in the latest Google app build suggests Google is developing a feature letting parents set daily usage limits for Gemini on supervised accounts. Strings found in version 17.72.13.sa.arm64 reference a notification telling kids their parent set a time limit, and a lockout screen showing when access resumes. Currently, Family Link only allows parents to fully allow or block Gemini access, with no option for partial restrictions.
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The move could give parents more granular control over AI chatbot use by children, addressing growing concern about unsupervised exposure to generative AI. It's unclear whether any eventual limit would cover only the standalone Gemini app or extend to other integrations like the Gemini overlay and Google Messages, which could affect how comprehensive the controls actually are. As the feature remains unreleased, Google has not confirmed a rollout timeline or final design.
- Google app code reveals work on daily Gemini time limits for supervised accounts.
- Current parental controls are all-or-nothing, only allowing full access or a complete block.
- It's unclear if limits would extend beyond the Gemini app to features like Google Messages integration.
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