How to Set up PUBG Parental Controls: The Complete Parent's Guide

I saw this message on a community. Many parents face the same problem: their children are addicted to PUBG, staying up late, and spending money on skins. However, parents cannot supervise their children at all times. In this article, I will show you practical ways to set up PUBG parental controls.

Does PUBG have built-in parental controls?

No, there are no built-in parental controls in PUBG. While PUBG mobile requires real-name verification and binding the player's real identity information to register an account, children can bypass this by using a parent’s or other adult's ID card. PUBG PC and PUBG Console also don’t provide built-in parental controls.

 

How to set up PUBG parental controls?

Before diving into the step-by-step setup, let’s have a quick overview of the 3 PUBG parental control options I’ll introduce in this article:

 

Option 1. Set up PUBG parental controls with a third-party parental control app

For parents who are not tech-savvy and want a easy way to set up PUBG parental controls, Cisdem AppCrypt is the best choice. After installing this parental control app on your child's computer or mobile, you can block PUBG with password. Without the password, your kids won't be able to play PUBG during the hours you restrict.

Below are the steps to set up PUBG parental controls on computer and mobile:

On computer

1. Download and install AppCrypt on your child's Windows or Mac computer.

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2. Launch it. Set a password to password-protect the parental control app.

3. Right-click on the lock icon on the taskbar/menu bar. Click Open Main Window.

4. Enter the password you just set. Click OK to access it.

5. To block PUBG, click the plus icon under the App Lock tab.

On Windows, select the executable file of PUBG from File Explorer, which is usually under the Steam folder. Click Open. If you can’t find it, view this tip.

On Mac, select PUBG from the Applications folder. Click Open.

Now PUBG is blocked on your child’s computer.

Tip 1. How to find the executable file of PUBG on Windows PC?

To find the executable file of PUBG on Windows PC, I usually use Task Manager. It’s not cumbersome. Just launch the game. Then press the ESC + Shift + Ctrl keys on the keyboard to open Task Manager. Under the “Processes” tab. Find the PUBG app. Right-click on it and select “Open file location”. In the folder that opens, look for the file named “ExecPubg”. It is the executable file of PUBG that you should add to the block list.

Tip 2: How to schedule PUBG playtime for your children?

You can schedule PUBG playtime for your children using AppCrypt. In the App Lock tab, select PUBG. Click the clock icon that appears. Turn on Custom Schedule in the bottom left corner. Click Add Schedule. Then schedule PUBG playtime for your children. You can add one or multiple schedules according to your needs.

 

On mobile

1. Search for Cisdem AppCrypt in the Google Play Store/App Store. Install it on your child’s phone.

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2. On Android, you’ll be asked to set a password the first time you open the tool.

On iOS, open the tool first. Go to Preferences > Notifications. Turn on Notification. A password setup window will then pop up.

3. Go to the App Lock tab.

4. To block PUBG on Android phone, find the game app under the Unlocked app. Toggle the switch next to it to the on position.

To block PUBG on iPhone, click the Add/Remove button. Search for the PUBG app. Select it and click Done.

Now PUBG is blocked on your child’s phone.

Tip. How to deny in-app purchase in PUBG mobile?

On iPhone, you can use AppCrypt to deny in-app purchase by going to Preferences and enabling the option of “Deny In-app Purchases”. Currently, this feature isn’t available on AppCrypt for Android. However, you can still prevent your child from making PUBG Mobile purchases by locking the payment app on their phone.

 

Option 2. Set up PUBG parental controls at the system level

You can also set up PUBG parental controls on your child’s computer or phone with the help of the built-in features of the device’s operating system.

• On Windows: Use Microsoft Family Safety. It allows you to block certain game apps (including PUBG) and set screen time limits.
• On Mac/iPhone/iPad: Use Screen Time. With it, you can set daily time limits for the PUBG game. You can also restrict in-app purchases.
• On Android: Use Wellbeing. But not all Android phones come with this feature. With it, you can limit your child’s PUBG play time or block the game entirely.

Below I’ll show you how to block PUBG with Microsoft Family Safety on Windows:

1. Open a browser. Visit account.microsoft.com/family.

2. Sign in with your Microsoft account.

3. Invite your child to join your family group: click Add a family member > Member > Next. Then enter your child’s email address.

4. After your child accepts the invitation, you can see his/her profile picture under Your family. Click it.

5. Select your child’s device. Then click Apps and games. Turn on the feature.

6. Find the PUBG app from the list of apps installed on your child’s computer. Click the 3-dot icon next to it.

7. Click Block app.

 

Option 3. Set up PUBG parental controls at the router level

If your child plays PUBG on both computers and mobile devices at home, you can choose to set up PUBG parental controls through your Wi-Fi router. However, not all routers support game blocking. What’s more, some routers only provide features for you to block all games, but don’t allow you to block a specific game app like PUBG. If you don’t mind this, follow the steps below.

1. Open a browser. Enter your router's IP address in the address bar.

2. Log in with your router's username and password.

3. Find the Parental Controls, Filter Content, or a similar section. Enter the setting.

4. Add PUBG to the block list. Or if your router doesn’t support blocking a specific app, choose to block all games.

5. Save your settings.

As long as the device is connected to the router, PUBG won’t be accessible.

 

FAQs

What age is PUBG appropriate for?

PUBG is rated 13+ in the App Store. So if your children are under 13, some content in the game may not be safe. Setting up PUBG parental controls is necessary.

What are the signs of PUBG addiction?

The signs of PUBG addiction are obvious. For example, if addicted to PUBG, your child may spend most of his free time playing it, even staying up late. He will lose interest in all other activities, including studying, leading to a decline in academic performance. Once you restrict him from playing PUBG, he will become extremely anxious.

Will my child be able to bypass PUBG parental controls?

It depends. If your child is digital savvy, using a third-party parental control tool like AppCrypt can make it harder for him to bypass PUBG parental controls. It allows you to password-protect your settings. If not, other tools I mentioned in this article may be enough.