How to add a profile to your HBO Max account, including 'Kid' profiles with parental controls

HBO Max lets you create up to five profiles, each with its own preferences and show lists.
You can also create "Kid" profiles, with parental controls locked behind a PIN.
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You can think of your HBO Max subscription as a family plan. It allows you to create up to five profiles, with separate settings for adults and kids.

Whenever you open the HBO Max app, you can choose which profile to use, and change profiles while you're using the app.

You can add and customize profiles using the HBO Max mobile app on an iPhone, iPad, or Android device.

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How to add a profile on HBO Max

1. Start the HBO Max app and tap the "Profile" icon at the bottom-right of the screen, and then tap "Switch Profiles."

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2. To add a new adult profile, tap "Add Adult."

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3. Enter the person's name and choose a color ring for their profile this won't affect anything other than what the profile looks like.

4. Tap "Save."

How to add an kid profile on HBO Max

1. Open the HBO Max app and tap "Profile" in the bottom-right corner, and then tap "Switch Profiles."

2. To add a new kid profile, tap "Add Kid."

3. If this is the first time you're creating a child's profile, you'll need to enter a PIN. This pin is used to lock away mature content. You'll need to enter that PIN to change the profile to a standard adult one, so make it something your kid can't guess (but which you'll remember). Also, there's only one PIN shared across all kid profiles.

4. Enter the child's name, enter a month and year for their birthday, and choose a color ring. Tap "Next."

5. On the next screen, set the parental controls. You can choose the rating for shows and movies that you want your child to have access to. Then tap "Save."