Kanopy Help
Using parental controls
Note: This article is for patrons who use Kanopy with a public library.
With Kanopy's parental controls enabled, you can only view titles in Kanopy Kids. To exit Kanopy Kids or watch videos outside of Kanopy Kids, you'll need to enter a four-digit PIN.
To set up parental controls
- Log in to your Kanopy account from a web or mobile browser.
- Go to My Account and select Parental Controls.
- Enter a four-digit PIN and select Turn On.
Parental controls can only be managed from a browser, though your PIN will be required to exit Kanopy Kids from any device.
To disable your PIN
- Go to Parental Controls and enter your PIN.
- Select Turn Off.
To reset your PIN
- Go to Parental Controls and select Forgot PIN?
- Select Send. Directions for resetting your PIN will be sent to the email address associated with your Kanopy account.
A Forgot PIN link will be available across all devices, but you can only reset your PIN through a browser. If you're using the Kanopy app, the link in the email will redirect you to the Kanopy website.
Updated: 10 December 2025 09:35 AM