Installing the Shelta Beta
About 3 minutes to install
Since Shelta is currently in beta, you'll install it through Apple's TestFlight app instead of the regular App Store. Don't worry — it's simple, safe, and takes just a few minutes.
What is TestFlight?
TestFlight is Apple's official app for trying out new apps before they're available in the App Store. It's made by Apple, completely free, and safe to install. This is how all iPhone and iPad apps are tested before release — it's the same process used by millions of beta testers.
What You Need
An iPhone or iPad running iOS 17 or later.
Wi-Fi or cellular to download TestFlight and Shelta.
Just to install. Full setup takes about 5 more minutes.
Install TestFlight
Get Apple's testing app on your child's device
On your child's iPhone or iPad, open the App Store and search for "TestFlight" by Apple. It's free.
How to spot it:
TestFlight has a blue-and-white icon with a small plane. It's published by Apple Inc. — make sure you're downloading the official one.
Open the Invite Link
Tap the link from your invitation email
Open the beta invite link from your email on your child's device. Safari will open and ask if you'd like to open it in TestFlight — tap Open.
Important:
Make sure you open the link on the child's device, not yours. Shelta needs to be installed on the device you want to protect.
Accept & Install
Install Shelta from TestFlight
In TestFlight, you'll see "Shelta - Family Safety". Tap Accept, then Install. The app will download in about 30 seconds.
You're Almost There
Once installed, you'll see the Shelta app on the home screen just like any other app.
Open Shelta & Set Up
Continue with the setup process
Tap Open in TestFlight (or find the Shelta app on the home screen). You'll walk through a short welcome, then enter the setup code from your dashboard.
Next step:
Follow our Getting Started guide for the rest of setup — entering the setup code, approving protection, and choosing what to block. It takes about 5 minutes.
Good to Know
Beta apps update automatically. When we release improvements, TestFlight will install them for you — no action needed on your part.
Easy feedback. Take a screenshot inside the app and TestFlight will prompt you to send it to us with your comments. You can also shake the device to report an issue.
Beta builds expire after 90 days, but we release updates well before then. When Shelta launches on the App Store, we'll help you switch over seamlessly.
Need Help?
If you run into any issues during installation, email us at support@shelta.app. We're real people who want to help you succeed.
Ready for the Next Step?
Once Shelta is installed, follow our Getting Started guide to set up protection on your child's device.
Continue to Getting Started