Keep both devices nearby
The parent and child Android devices should remain available throughout pairing.
Android setup · Pair devices
Connect the correct child device.
Pair the child Android device with the intended Kidder family profile, verify the match on both devices, and continue only when the connection is clear.
Before this step
Prepare what you need before continuing.
Confirm the child profile
Know which Kidder family profile should receive the child device.
Keep both devices connected
Use a stable internet connection and keep Kidder open during the pairing flow.
Step by step
Follow the instructions in order.
Android labels and settings paths can vary by device. Read the wording shown on the device in front of you.
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Begin from the intended child profile
On the parent device, open the child profile and choose the pairing route presented by Kidder.
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Keep Kidder open on the child device
On the child device, remain on the pairing-ready screen.
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Follow the instructions shown on both devices
Use the pairing method Kidder presents on screen and follow each instruction in sequence.
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Verify the device and profile match
Before continuing, confirm that both devices show the intended child and device connection.
Confirm
What you should see
Both devices show the connection.
The parent experience should show the intended child device as connected, and the child device should be ready for permission and protection review.
If it does not work
Pause, check the basics, then try again.
The connection does not complete
Check connectivity on both devices, return to the pairing screen, and begin the presented pairing flow again.
The wrong profile is shown
Do not continue. Return to the parent experience and select the intended child profile before restarting pairing.
One device leaves the pairing screen
Reopen Kidder on that device and return to the active pairing path shown by the product.