How do notifications and approvals work?
When your child tries to watch a YouTube channel that isn't on their approved list, you get an instant message on Telegram, WhatsApp, or both. You can approve or deny it with one tap.
What does a notification look like?
When a request comes in, you'll see something like this:
New channel request
MrBeast — 300M subscribers
Requested for Alex
[Approve] [Deny]Each notification includes:
- Channel name and subscriber count
- Your child's name
- Approve and Deny buttons right in the chat
If you have both platforms connected, you'll get the notification on both at the same time.
How do I approve a request?
Tap Approve and the channel is added to your child's approved list immediately. The browser extension updates in real-time — your child doesn't need to refresh the page.
Bot: New channel request
MrBeast — 300M subscribers
Requested for Alex
[Approve] [Deny]
(You tap Approve)
Bot: Approved — MrBeast added to Alex's approved list.
[Undo (30s)]On Telegram, the original message updates in place. On WhatsApp, a new follow-up message is sent with the confirmation.
How do I deny a request?
Tap Deny and the request is denied. You can optionally give a reason that your child will see — for example, "That channel isn't appropriate for your age."
Can I undo an approval or denial?
Yes. Every action comes with a 30-second undo window. Tap Undo to reverse what you just did.
| If you just... | Undo will... |
|---|---|
| Approved a request | Put the request back to "pending" |
| Denied a request | Put the request back to "pending" |
| Added a channel | Remove it from the approved list |
| Removed a channel | Add it back to the approved list |
The undo button is one-time use and disappears after 30 seconds. After that, you can still reverse the action manually (for example, remove a channel you approved by mistake).
Example conversations
These work the same on both Telegram and WhatsApp.
Adding a channel
You: add cocomelon for sara
Bot: Cocomelon — Nursery Rhymes (180M subscribers)
Add to Sara's approved list?
[Yes, add] [Not this one]
(You tap "Yes, add")
Bot: Added Cocomelon to Sara's approved list.
[Undo (30s)]Checking your child's channels
You: what channels does alex have?
Bot: Alex has 12 approved channels:
- Cocomelon (added Apr 2)
- Peppa Pig Official (added Apr 5)
- National Geographic Kids (added Apr 10)
... and 9 more.Setting a rule
You: no gaming channels for my son
Bot: Saved: "no gaming channels" rule for Alex.
I'll flag it if a gaming channel is requested.Changing safety settings
You: block shorts and hide comments for sara
Bot: Done — YouTube Shorts blocked and comments hidden for Sara.Asking about your plan
You: what plan am i on?
Bot: You're on the Basic plan (monthly, active).
Renews June 7. 3 child slots, 30 channels per child.
You: upgrade to premium
Bot: Premium plan — monthly ($14.99/mo) or annual ($119.99/yr)?
Or get Lifetime for $299 (one-time, up to 5 children).
You: annual
Bot: Here's your upgrade link: [checkout link]
Tap to complete the upgrade.Need help? Contact us at support@whitelist.video