Set up DIRECTV parental controls

Created by Samuel Penaloza, Modified on Fri, 17 Mar, 2023 at 8:17 PM by Samuel Penaloza

Learn how to reset itLearn how to use DIRECTV parental controls to limit watching times, set spending limits, and restrict shows and channels.

With DIRECTV parental controls, you can:

Limit TV-watching times
Set spending limits for DIRECTV Movies or live Pay Per View events
Block shows and channels based on ratings or parental preference
Check the ratings for movies and shows to see if they're OK for your child to watch (to see a rating, select a program, choose info, and scroll down)

Note: DIRECTV parental controls don't work on third-party streaming apps. If you use apps, like SHOWTIME or HBO Max^TM, set up parental controls separately.

Also, parental controls don't carry to directv.com or the DIRECTV App. Set the parental controls on each platform your family uses.

Set up parental controls with your remote. It's easy to enable parental controls with your remote.
Press MENU on your remote.
Choose Settings or Settings & Help (varies by receiver type).
Select Parental Controls and follow the prompts to review or edit your settings.
Select Lock Now and enter your PIN.

Set up parental controls for directv.com and the DIRECTV App

If your family streams DIRECTV on-the-go, here's how to set up parental controls.

You'll need your DIRECTV parental controls PIN. Don't remember it? Learn how to reset it.

On directv.com

Sign in to your DIRECTV account.
Select Profile.
Select Manage next to Parental controls & privacy.
Choose Enable Settings and follow the prompts to set them up.

On the DIRECTV App

Open app on a smartphone or tablet.
Go to Settings > Preferences. (Gear icon opens Settings)
Select Parental Controls and toggle ON or OFF.
Enter your 4-digit PIN.
Set Restrictions by ratings for Movies, TV Shows, and Unrated titles.

Note: Access is locked after 5 failed PIN attempts in the app. Your sign-in password is required to unlock.