Apple has just rolled out tvOS 26.2 for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. This update arrives about a month after tvOS 26.1 and brings a few notable improvements to profiles and family-friendly features.
How to Update to tvOS 26.2
Updating is straightforward. Open the Settings app on your Apple TV, then go to System > Software Update. If automatic updates are turned on, your device may already be running tvOS 26.2.
New Profile Options
One of the key changes in tvOS 26.2 is how profiles are managed. You can now create a profile without an Apple Account. This is perfect for guests or kids who don’t have their own Apple ID. It also makes switching between users much simpler.
Dedicated Kids Mode
For profiles created for children, tvOS 26.2 introduces age-restricted content settings. Kids will only see content appropriate for their rating level. Supported ratings include TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14, and more. This is a big step for parents who want to control what their children watch without limiting adult users.
Other Updates
While profiles and Kids Mode are the highlights, Apple often includes bug fixes and performance improvements in minor updates like this. For full details, you can check Apple’s official tvOS support document.
tvOS 26.2 makes the Apple TV experience more flexible for households with multiple users and children. It’s a small but useful upgrade that improves account management and parental controls.
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