Allow a Microsoft Child Account to Redeem Codes for Minecraft

Microsoft Child Accounts for children under 9 years of age are not allowed to redeem codes for promotional items or in-game downloadable content as a safety feature. To change this setting, have the family organizer follow the steps below on either the Xbox Family Settings app or an internet browser.

Note: Minecraft uses Microsoft account and Xbox features to enable parental controls. You can use the Xbox website and app to manage access to Minecraft features even if you do not own an Xbox.

Enable code redemption using the Microsoft Family Safety website

1. Visit the Microsoft Family Safety homepage.
2. Sign in using the family organizer’s Microsoft account.
3. Click on the tile for the child account you want to manage. 
4. Click on Settings in the upper right-hand corner.
5. Select the dropdown under Age Rating and set it to age 10 or older.
6. Select Done.

Enable code redemption using the Xbox Family Settings app

1. Open the Xbox Family Settings App.
2. Sign in using the family organizer’s Microsoft account.
3. Tap on the tile of the child account you want to manage.
4. Click on Content Restrictions.
5. Click Allow content suitable for and select Age 10 or older.

See these articles for more on child account settings and redeeming codes:

• How to Redeem a Code for In-Game Downloadable Content in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition
• Set Up Microsoft Family Groups to Manage Parental Controls in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition
• Managing Multiplayer Game Access for a Child Account in Minecraft
• Managing Spending for Child Accounts in Minecraft Marketplace
• Managing Chat and Social Settings for a Child Account in Minecraft