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What is Kidoodle.TV®?

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Kidoodle.TV is a premiere streaming service devoted to providing safe, engaging, and inspiring experiences for children. We have an extensive global content library featuring over 25,000 episodes of popular TV shows, Kidoodle.TV Originals, educational and entertaining programming, gaming content and more. The content we feature varies by region with new shows added to the service regularly.

What makes Kidoodle.TV® unique?

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We remain a leader in our commitment to providing a safe space for kids—each and every show is vetted by real humans making sure it's appropriate for all audiences.

How can I watch Kidoodle.TV®?

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We’re available on a wide variety of devices and numerous platforms making it accessible to your family when and where you want to watch Kidoodle.TV.

What is the Parents Room?

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The Parents Room is your one-stop shop to managing your Kidoodle.TV® account settings and child’s profiles. The Parents Room can be accessed from the Kidoodle.TV app on your mobile device or our website. Once accessed, you can customize your child’s profile, manage your subscription, update billing information, access useful information on your child’s screen time, adjust parental controls, and toggle shows on and off. Note: you must have a Freemium or Premium account to access the Parents Room.

Where is Kidoodle.TV® available?

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Kidoodle.TV is available in over 160 countries and regions across the world. To access in your region, visit the Apple App Store or Google Play or any way you access Kidoodle.TV.

Is Kidoodle.TV® free?

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On Kidoodle.TV you can watch your favorite shows for free (ad-supported). There’s no obligation to sign up or create an account. However, creating an account allows you to access the Parents Room where you can use our parental controls such as setting bedtime hours, choosing age-appropriate shows, or viewing without ads (Premium accounts only). Premium account fees vary depending on region. You can choose the experience that best fits your family

You can choose the experience that best fits your family here.

How do I remove ads?

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If you wish to remove ads from your viewing experience, you can upgrade to our Premium plan for only $4.99USD per month. View our account options here

How do I upgrade or change my plan?

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You can create a Freemium account on your mobile or streaming device. To upgrade to a Premium plan or change your account details you can log into your account here, enter the Parents Room, then click on Parents Account and make changes.

How can I watch Kidoodle.TV® on the web?

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You’ll first need to have Adobe Flash installed in order to watch on the web. If you still run into issues, please try the following steps:
1) In the URL field of your browser, find the lock icon at the far left, click on that.
2) Click on "Site Settings".
3) A new page will open, scroll down to flash.
4) Change from "ask (default)" to "allow".
5) Go back to the browser, it should ask you to reload and allow you to watch.

How does Kidoodle.TV® ensure all shows are safe for my child?

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Kidoodle.TV believes in Safe Streaming™ for all. Our dedicated quality assurance team watches every episode to make sure they’re safe for your family. With a Freemium or Premium account, parents have the option of turning individual shows on or off to better align with their family values.

What if I don’t want my child seeing a particular show?

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Simply log into your Kidoodle.TV® account (free or paid), enter the Parents Room, go to Kid Profiles. On this page you can customize each profile and set shows per age category or even turn individual shows on and off. That way your children are only seeing the shows you want them to.

Will my child’s personal data be safe?

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Kidoodle.TV takes privacy seriously, and complies with both the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which means we do not collect or share your child's personal data. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy.

Can Kidoodle.TV® help to manage my child’s screen time?

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We appreciate that in today’s digital age there are times when children will access their screens. Whether it’s for learning or entertainment managing healthy screen time is incredibly important. With a Freemium or Premium account, parents can make use of a series of parental controls, including time limits, automatic shutdown, and a breakdown of viewing habits.

What type of commercials are shown on Kidoodle.TV®?

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Whether you're watching as a Guest or through our Freemium option rest assured that ads are carefully vetted by real people with a family-focus in mind. If, by any chance, you have questions about a particular ad, please contact our team at team@kidoodle.tv. For an ad-free experience, consider upgrading to our Premium account!

What are Story Snacks?

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Story Snacks are short "bite-size" videos created exclusively for Kidoodle.TV® that encourage learning, mindfulness, movement, and laughter. Story Snacks can be seen with a Guest or Freemium account and play periodically in an ad-spot.

Do you offer the Family Moments™ feature?

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Family Moments™ was launched in 2015 as part of the Kidoodle.TV® service to allow families to upload, store, and view personal family videos. This feature was designed as a solution to the problem of running out of storage on mobile devices. The way families store and share videos has now changed, making it important for us to re-envision this feature for the modern family. As of February 25, 2021, the Family Moments™ feature will be deactivated.

How can I manage my account?

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Once you’ve created an account you can access the Parents Room (through your smartphone, tablet, or our website) to completely customize your child's viewing experience. Change colors or avatars, turn shows on or off, and access relevant billing information.

How can I filter shows that I’m not interested in watching?

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If you would like to filter out certain titles, please follow these steps:
1) On your mobile device navigate to the settings menu within the app (the gear icon).
2) Enter in your parental passcode.
3) Select the profile you would like to change settings on.
4) Scroll down to the bottom of the page and under the "Content" section, select "Title Selection".
5) From there you will be able to toggle with "On", "Auto" or "Off" for each title that's available on the app.

Can I add favorites for shows my family watches frequently?

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Click into an episode that you enjoy watching, and you'll see a heart shaped button in the top right side of the screen in the player view. Once you've selected it, you'll find that episode appearing in your "Favorites" category for quick and easy watching. Additionally, once you watch a show or two, you’ll see the “Recently Played” category appear so you can see where you left off and what you’ve been watching.

Why isn’t Kidoodle.TV® working?

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We have worked hard to create a service that can be accessed across as many devices as possible, but as with all technology there are times when it may not work properly. There are a number of reasons why this can happen including simple connectivity issues to more complex ones. If you’re experiencing any issues, please try the following:
1. Confirm that you are connected to a WIFI network and that the connection is strong.
2. Close the app and re-launch it.
3. Sign out of your account (if you have one) and log back in.
4. Check to see if there is a recent update, and if so, update the app.
5. Delete the app from your device and re-install it.

If the problem persists, please contact us and we would be more than happy to try and find a solution.
When sending us a message, please take note of any error codes you may see, and provide as much
detailed information as possible, including the device you’re streaming on.

Does Kidoodle.TV® work while I’m offline?

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Unfortunately, Kidoodle.TV is a streaming service and as such you must be connected to a WIFI network or use data to watch.

I've forgotten my password to login to Kidoodle.TV®, how can I reset it?

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You can reset your password here.

How do I reset my Parental Passcode needed to adjust Parental Controls?

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To reset your Parental Passcode, please follow the steps below:
1) On your computer go to Kidoodle.TV and login to your account.
2) Click "Enter Parents Room"
3) Under the box to enter your PIN click "Forgot Parental Passcode?
It will then resend the passcode to the email address you signed up with.

I've signed up for the Premium model. How come I'm still seeing ads?

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Sometimes, the app will need a reset to clear the old settings. Try logging out, deleting, re-installing, and logging back in again. If your problem continues to persist, please contact us either through our messenger or e-mail.

Why can't I find my favorite show?

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We’re committed to adding as much new shows as often as possible. You’ll find our most recent additions in the “New Shows” category. If your favorite show isn’t there anymore you can find it in one of the categories that best describe it. Additionally, you can always use our handy “Search” function to find the show you’re looking for. Be sure to use exact spelling. We encourage you to look through the shows we have, and you may even find a new favorite!

How can I cancel my paid subscription?

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Cancelling your subscription will depend on how you originally signed up. For instance, if you initially created your account through Roku, then you will have to manage your subscription details through your Roku account.

Manage your subscription through Roku
Manage your subscription through GooglePlay
Manage your subscription through Apple App Store
Manage your subscription through Amazon

If you signed up through the Kidoodle.TV website, follow these steps:

1. On your computer, log into your account
2. Click “Enter Parents Room”
3. Click “Parents Account” Tab
4. Adjust your subscription and account as needed

How do I delete my account?

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If you have a paid subscription be sure to cancel that first. Once that is confirmed you can follow these steps:
1) On your computer, log into your account
2) Click "Enter Parents Room"
3) Click the "Parent's Account" tab
4) Scroll down and click "Deactivate Account"
5) Follow the prompts

Can you cancel my account for me?

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We are sad to see you go! For privacy reasons, we cannot cancel your account for you. By following the above steps, you can easily cancel your account or adjust your account settings.

Does Kidoodle.TV® accept unsolicited submissions from Content Providers?

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We are actively growing our content offering and love to hear from all content providers. If you have content suitable for children 12 and younger, contact us. Please be patient with us, as it takes our team some time to review all submissions.

How can I advertise on Kidoodle.TV®?

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We offer big brand advertisers COPPA compliant contextual ad targeting via our family-focused streaming service that is brand-safe and transparent on returns. Find out how we can help, or contact us!

How can I feature Kidoodle.TV® on my blog or news outlet?

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Contact us to become a brand supporter or request an interview with a member of our team.

Where is Kidoodle.TV® located?

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Our corporate headquarters are located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, with a secondary office located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We also have dedicated members of our family located across North America, UK, and South Africa.

I’ve noticed that Kidoodle.TV has original programming, how can I be part of it?

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We are currently creating new programs that are produced directly in-house and aired on Kidoodle.TV. Should you have a concept that you would like us to consider, please Contact us.

What is Kidoodle.TV®?

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Kidoodle.TV® is a premiere streaming service devoted to providing safe, engaging, and inspiring experiences for children.

How can I watch Kidoodle.TV®?

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Kidoodle.TV® is available on several devices and platforms making it accessible to your family in the most convenient ways. View our full list of devices.

Is Kidoodle.TV® available in my country?

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Kidoodle.TV® is available in over 140 countries across the world. To access in your country visit the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Is Kidoodle.TV® Free?

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On Kidoodle.TV you can watch your favorite shows for free (ad-supported). There’s no obligation to sign up or create an account. However, creating an account allows you to access the Parents Room where you can use our parental controls such as setting bedtime hours, choosing age-appropriate shows, or viewing without ads (Premium accounts only). Premium account fees vary depending on region. You can choose the experience that best fits your family here.

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