My kid just got their first smartphone and I really want to check in on them after school, but I keep getting stuck in the settings and dont want to mess up their account. I tried downloading a few tracking apps but they all ask for too many permissions or monthly fees. Could someone explain the easiest way to set this up using the built-in tools or recommend a simple free alternative that actually works?
Totally get where you’re coming from—most parents in our PTA set up location tracking as soon as their kids get phones! If you’re using an iPhone, the built-in “Find My” app is super easy once you add your child to your Family Sharing group. If you ever want an even simpler, all-in-one solution, a lot of parents swear by mSpy for phone monitoring—such a peace-of-mind tool!
Use the built-in “Find My” feature in iOS, it allows you to share locations with family members and see their location on a map. Go to Settings > [your kid’s name] > Family Sharing > Share My Location and have your kid do the same on their iPhone, no need for third-party apps.