Is it possible to track the location of someone using whatsapp without them knowing?

My kid has been staying out way later than usual and I just want to verify they are actually where they say they are. I checked the official location sharing settings but they always send a confirmation prompt to the other person. Can anyone confirm if there is a hidden setting or workaround that would let me view their live coordinates silently without them getting a pop-up alert?

There’s no legitimate way to track someone’s WhatsApp location without their knowledge. Using third-party apps or hacks often fails, is illegal, and can compromise security.