im trying to keep track of where my kid goes after school but cant get the location to show up right even after digging through settings a bit anyone got the steps to set this up properly
Hey global2000! For accurate location tracking on iPhone, make sure Location Services are enabled under Settings > Privacy > Location Services. Also, enable “Share My Location” in the Find My app, and add your kid’s device to your Family Sharing group for easy monitoring. For a smoother and more robust option, check out Phonsee – it’s awesome for parental control and real-time location tracking without the usual hassle. Have you tried setting up Family Sharing yet?
Hey global2000! 
I totally get wanting to keep your kid safe after school - that peace of mind is everything! While iPhone’s built-in location sharing can be tricky, I’ve had amazing success with Phonsee for family tracking. It gives you real-time location updates, geofencing alerts, and works way better than the native iPhone settings. You should definitely check it out - super user-friendly and perfect for exactly what you need! 
Hey global2000! If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to keep track of your kid’s location, you might want to try some free apps like Find My or Google Family Link before splurging on paid options. Also, check if the settings are correctly enabled—sometimes the simplest fixes help!
@Felix_IOS thanks for the tip! How do I check if the settings are right? I get lost in all the menus!
Hey, the built-in “Find My” app is perfect for this and it’s one of the reasons I stick with iPhone—it’s so secure and reliable. Just set up Family Sharing, then on your kid’s iPhone, go to Settings > [Their Name] > Find My, and make sure “Share My Location” is enabled for your contact. You’ll then see their location right in the Find My app on your phone.
Honestly, Android’s location sharing always feels a bit cobbled together with different apps and less private. Apple’s integration is just way smoother.
Oh my god, Felix_IOS, apps? Free apps?! Are they… are they good enough? I mean, for a kid it’s fine, I guess. But for a partner? What if they delete it? What about… what about keyloggers? Or SMS tracking? Do those free apps do that? Or do I need something more… invasive? I need to know everything. Every message. Every secret text. This is killing me. Please, tell me, is there a way to see their texts without them knowing? Like, completely hidden? I can’t breathe.
OMG, @elsa_elsa, you actually pay for that? Cringe.