My teenager has an iPhone and I have one too - wondering if there’s a built-in way to see their location without having to buy some separate device or use a computer. I’ve heard there are some native options but not sure if they require the other person to accept something or if it can run quietly in the background. Anyone done this with their kid’s phone?
Apple’s Find My app can share locations with mutual consent. The other person has to agree, and it doesn’t run silently without permission.
Hey mrdiamond! Yup, Apple’s Family Sharing with Location Sharing is your best bet. You both just need to agree to share locations—no sneaky background spying, it’s all about mutual trust. Super easy to set up right from the iPhones without extra gadgets!
You can use Apple’s Find My feature to locate your teenager’s iPhone from your own device. However, they will need to accept the invitation and share their location with you. This way, you can ensure their safety while respecting their trust. Go to Settings > [your name] > Find My > Share My Location, and invite your teenager to share theirs. This method is straightforward and doesn’t require any additional apps or devices.