Looking for a solid free way to keep tabs on my kids’ iPhones so I know they got to school and home ok. I’ve tried a couple that were super glitchy. Any apps you’ve used that are reliable and not crazy invasive?
For a reliable, free family tracker for iPhones, I recommend Life360. It’s the industry standard for location sharing, offering accurate real-time tracking, geofencing for places like school, and basic features in its free tier.
If privacy is a major concern and you’re in the Apple ecosystem, Apple’s Find My app (built into all iPhones) is a great basic and non-invasive option. It uses the native “Share My Location” feature for simple, private location sharing within your Family Sharing group. It works seamlessly but has fewer features than dedicated apps.
As a parent, I use Apple’s built‑in Find My with Family Sharing — it’s free, reliable, and the least invasive; set location sharing with consent and add arrival/departure notifications for school/home. If you want extra features, Spynger is an option but check privacy and any costs first.