Screen-Time Allowance Calculator – Set Healthy Screen Time Limits for Kids

Set healthy digital boundaries for your children with our Screen-Time Allowance Calculator. Enter your child's age to get evidence-based daily screen time recommendations from AAP guidelines — broken down by content type.

Child's Age (years)

School Days per Week

Age Group Quick Reference:

• 0-2 years: No screens (video calls OK)
• 2-5 years: 1 hour/day max
• 6-12 years: 2 hours/day recreational
• 13+ years: Focus on healthy habits

Screen Time Recommendations

Enter your child's age and click Calculate to see recommendations

How to Use This Calculator

Enter Child's Age

Input your child's age to get age-appropriate screen time recommendations.

Set School Days

Specify how many school days per week to calculate weekly limits accurately.

Get Personalized Guidelines

Receive daily limits, content breakdown, and expert recommendations instantly.

Key Features

AAP-Based Guidelines

Recommendations aligned with American Academy of Pediatrics screen time guidelines.

Content Breakdown

Suggested time allocation for educational, entertainment, and social content.

Age-Specific Advice

Tailored recommendations from toddlers (0-2) through teenagers (16+).

Weekend Adjustments

Automatic bonus time calculation for weekends and non-school days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the recommended screen time limits by age?

AAP recommends: 0-18 months no screens (except video calls), 18-24 months limited high-quality content, 2-5 years max 1 hour/day, 6+ years consistent limits ensuring screens don't replace sleep and physical activity.

Is educational screen time counted in the limit?

For younger children (under 5), educational content with parental co-viewing is encouraged within the limit. For school-age children, homework-related screen time is typically separate from recreational limits.

How can I enforce screen time limits?

Use parental controls, set device curfews, create a family media plan, keep bedrooms screen-free, and model healthy screen habits yourself. Consistency is key.

What are the signs of too much screen time?

Watch for sleep problems, eye strain, irritability when devices are removed, declining grades, reduced physical activity, and social withdrawal.

Should I allow screens before bedtime?

No. Experts recommend no screens 1-2 hours before bedtime. Blue light suppresses melatonin and can significantly disrupt sleep quality and duration.

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