Parental controls in the Nokia WiFi app

We understand that protecting your children’s online safety is a priority. The Nokia WiFi app’s robust family profile features allow you to restrict internet access for specific devices at specific times, block websites, and create internet “bedtimes.”

This guide will walk you through setting up and managing these powerful parental control tools.

Family profiles

Family profiles allow you to group devices and apply customised internet access restrictions. For example, you can create a profile for your children’s devices and enforce time limits, block inappropriate websites, or schedule internet-free periods.

Setting up a family profile

1. Launch the Nokia WiFi app.
2. Tap “Profiles” at the bottom navigation on the home screen.
3. Create a new profile:
   • If it’s your first profile, tap “Create New.”
   • For additional profiles, tap “Add Family Profile.”
4. Name and assign devices:
   • Give the profile a descriptive name (e.g., “Kids’ devices”).
   • Select the devices you want to include in the profile.

Note: devices can only belong to one profile at a time; all unassigned devices default to the “Home” profile.

Managing assigned devices

Edit assigned devices

1. Tap “Assigned Devices” to view the current list.
2. Tap the pencil icon to edit.

Add or remove devices

1. Select devices to add or deselect devices to remove.
2. Tap the checkmark to save your changes.

Setting up schedules

1. Tap “Schedules.”
2. Create a new schedule:
   • Tap “Create Schedule” or the “+” icon.
   • Give the schedule a name (e.g., “Homework,” “Dinner”).
3. Configure schedule:
   • Set the “Start Time,” “End Time,” and “Days of the week.”
4. Tap the checkmark to save.
5. Edit or delete schedules:
   • Tap a schedule and select “edit” or “delete.”

Implementing bedtime

1. Tap “Bedtime.”
2. Set bedtime:
   • Select the bedtime time.
3. Tap done.
4. Edit bedtime:
   • Tap the “>” symbol below the bedtime time.
   • Modify days and time, and save
5. Delete bedtime:
   • Tap delete bedtime.

Website blocking

1. Enable blocking:
   • Toggle the “Blocking” option on.
2. Add websites:
   • Tap the “+” sign.
   • Enter the website URL and tap the checkmark.
3. Edit or delete websites:
   • Tap the ellipsis (…) next to the URL.
   • Select “Edit Website” or “Delete Website.”

Note: It can take a few minutes for a block to take effect, due to browser cache.

Editing or deleting a profile

1. Access profile menu: tap the ellipsis (…) at the top right of the profile screen.
2. Select action: choose “Edit Profile” or “Delete Profile.”

Important notes:

• Family profiles require a Nokia WiFi account or local admin access.
• The default admin password is on the Beacon sticker; change it in the web GUI (Maintenance/Password).
• Family profiles are not available in bridge mode.
• Up to 64 profiles can be created, with up to 254 devices per profile.

Tips for effective parental controls:

• Communicate with your children about online safety.
• Set realistic time limits and schedules.
• Regularly review and adjust settings as needed.
• Use website blocking to restrict access to inappropriate content.
• Utilise the device overview to monitor usage.

With the Nokia WiFi app’s family profile features, you can create a safe and controlled online environment for your family. By utilising schedules, bedtimes, and website blocking, you can effectively manage internet access and promote responsible digital habits.