Why can't i use iCloud Family Sharing?

Check your Family Sharing settings Make sure that you're using the same Apple ID for Family Sharing and Media & Purchases. And make sure that purchase sharing is turned on. Then ask your family members to check their settings too.
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Why is iCloud Family Sharing not working?

Incorrect account settings or conflicts with Apple IDs can cause Family Sharing problems. Billing and payment issues: If there are payment-related problems with the Family Sharing organizer's account or payment method, it can affect the availability of shared purchases and subscriptions.
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How to activate Family Sharing on iCloud?

Choose Apple menu  > System Settings. Click your name, then click Family Sharing. Click Set Up Family. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your family and invite your family members.
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How do I allocate iCloud storage for Family Sharing?

There's no set quota per person — it's allocated on an as-needed basis. To see how much storage each family member is using, go to System Settings > Family and click Subscriptions, then iCloud (or iCloud+ if you subscribe to that), and you will see a list of family members and the amount of storage they are using.
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How does Family Sharing of iCloud storage work?

Your entire family can share a single iCloud storage plan large enough to store everyone's photos, videos, and files. Each person's files and documents remain private, but it's easy to see how much storage everyone is using. If you need more space, you can upgrade to a larger plan at any time.
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Will I lose my photos if I leave Family Sharing?

When you leave Family Sharing, you lose access to any shared purchases or services shared by the family group.
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What is the disadvantage of Apple Family Sharing?

Existing Apple Family Sharing problems:

Family members cannot get an Apple Music Family Subscription. They can't listen to the shared music library. Problems with Family Subscription installation or administration on other devices iPhones, iPads, and Androids via the Apple Music application.
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Does each family member get the 200GB iCloud storage?

With Family Sharing, up to five family members can take advantage of one iCloud+ subscription. Depending on your subscription, you have the capability of sharing 50GB, 200GB, or 2TB of iCloud storage.
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Can family members see my iCloud photos?

Everyone's personal files and preferences stay private

When you share iCloud+, family members can't see each others' photos, files, or documents. And when you share other subscriptions like Apple Music, Apple Fitness+, or Apple TV+, each person sees their own preferences and recommendations — not the whole family's.
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How much iCloud storage do I need for Family Sharing?

To share iCloud space with other family members, you'll need an iCloud subscription with at least 200GB of storage ($2.99 per month). Otherwise, you'll need an Apple One Family plan ($22.95 per month) or Premier plan ($32.95 per month).
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Can Family Sharing see my texts?

As it turns out, it's possible for someone else in your family to receive your texts if you're on a Family Sharing plan with that other family member using the same Apple ID. As accidentally as this may have happened, it can also be fixed with a few simple steps.
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What happens if I stop sharing iCloud storage with family?

If you stop sharing iCloud storage, family members are given a grace period to continue using the shared storage, after which they need to purchase a storage plan of their own.
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How do I pay for my own iCloud storage?

How to upgrade on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro
  1. Go to Settings, then tap your name.
  2. Tap iCloud, then tap Manage Account Storage or Manage Storage. ...
  3. If you already subscribe to iCloud+, tap Buy More Storage or Change Storage Plan.
  4. Choose a plan and follow the onscreen instructions.
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How to activate iCloud Family Sharing?

On your Mac

Choose Apple menu  > System Settings, then click Family. Click Subscriptions, then choose iCloud+. Click Share with Family. Follow the onscreen instructions.
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Why is my iCloud share not working?

iCloud Photo Sharing or Shared Albums may not be enabled on your device. Poor Wi-Fi or cellular network connectivity can prevent your device from uploading or sharing photos with iCloud.
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Do you have to use the same Apple ID for Family Sharing?

Apple recommends that you do not share your Apple ID. Instead, set up Family Sharing so that each person uses their own Apple ID. This way, your family can share purchases, subscriptions, and more without sharing personal information like email, text messages, or passwords.
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How to fix Family Sharing on iPhone?

On your iPhone or iPad with iOS 15 or earlier
  1. Go to Settings, tap your name, then tap Family Sharing.
  2. Tap your name.
  3. Make a note of which Apple ID is listed. ...
  4. Tap Back to go back to Family Sharing.
  5. Tap Purchase Sharing and make sure that Share Purchases with Family is turned on.
  6. Tap Back, then tap Apple ID.
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How do I share my iCloud files with family?

Share files and folders
  1. In iCloud Drive on iCloud.com, select the file or folder you want to share, then click .
  2. Click Share Options, then choose who can access the file or folder, who can make changes, and if participants can add people to the file or folder.
  3. Choose how you want to share the link: Email: Click Share.
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Does deleting photos from iPhone delete from iCloud?

However, if you have enabled iCloud Photos (previously known as iCloud Photo Library), deleting a photo from your iPhone will also remove it from iCloud and all other devices connected to your iCloud account. This ensures that your photos are synced across all your devices.
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When you share iCloud storage with family what can they see?

When you share iCloud+, family members can't see each others' photos, files or documents. And when you share other subscriptions, such as Apple Music, Apple Fitness+ or Apple TV+, each person will see their own preferences and recommendations – not the whole family's. Want to keep purchases private?
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What will happen if I share my iCloud with someone?

When you share an iCloud+ subscription, everyone in the family group uses their own account. That way your photos, documents, and other information stay private, even though you're sharing access to the service.
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Does each family member get 50GB of iCloud storage?

When you use iCloud+ with your family, you can do the following: Share 50GB, 200GB, 2TB, 6TB, or 12TB of storage, so everyone has enough space for their photos, documents, and iOS and iPadOS backups.
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Is iCloud Family Sharing worth it?

Why use Apple Family Sharing? Apple Family Sharing makes a lot of sense if you're subscribing to Apple services and want to share them with the rest of your family (or your friends) to save money. Each service allowing Family Sharing will let you to share with up to five other family members.
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What are the limits of Family Sharing?

Family Sharing lets you and up to five other family members share access to amazing Apple services like Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple News+ and Apple Arcade. Your group can also share iTunes, Apple Books and App Store purchases; an iCloud storage plan; and a family photo album.
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At what age does Apple Family Sharing stop?

Once your child reaches the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age depending on jurisdiction), they will be permitted to maintain their account without participating in Family Sharing.
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