{"id":60665,"date":"2026-08-20T12:56:34","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T09:56:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/?p=60665"},"modified":"2026-08-20T12:58:19","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T09:58:19","slug":"how-to-request-location-on-iphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone","title":{"rendered":"How to Request Your Child\u2019s Location on iPhone Without Calling"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When your child is out with friends, walking home from school, or heading to practice, you don&#8217;t necessarily want to call every 15 minutes just to ask, &#8220;Where are you?&#8221; Learning how to request their location on an iPhone gives you several easier options, from Apple&#8217;s built-in tools to family location apps designed specifically for parents looking to stay safe and manage digital risks.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>You can request location directly through Messages on a current iPhone, and the other person can choose whether to share.<\/li>\n<li>Apple&#8217;s Find My app works well when family members or friends want to share their current location or ongoing Live Location.<\/li>\n<li>Family Sharing can make ongoing location access easier for households already using Apple devices.<\/li>\n<li><a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=keys\">Findmykids<\/a> gives parents more context than a single location request, including real-time location, route history, saved and frequently visited places, and notifications about important places.<\/li>\n<li>Location tools should be used openly. Legitimate methods don&#8217;t require secretly accessing another person&#8217;s iPhone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#What_Does_%E2%80%9CRequest_Location%E2%80%9D_Mean_on_iPhone\" >What Does &#8220;Request Location&#8221; Mean on iPhone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#How_to_Request_Your_Childs_or_Other_Family_Members_Location_With_Findmykids\" >How to Request Your Child&#8217;s or Other Family Member&#8217;s Location With Findmykids<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Family_Circles\" >Family Circles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Real-Time_Location\" >Real-Time Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Location_History\" >Location History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Frequently_Visited_and_Saved_Places\" >Frequently Visited and Saved Places<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Place_Notifications\" >Place Notifications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Loud_Signal\" >Loud Signal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#How_to_Request_Location_on_iPhone_Using_Messages\" >How to Request Location on iPhone Using Messages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#How_to_Request_Someones_Location_Using_Find_My\" >How to Request Someone&#8217;s Location Using Find My<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#How_to_Request_Location_Through_Family_Sharing\" >How to Request Location Through Family Sharing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#How_to_Share_Your_Location_Instead_of_Requesting_Someone_Elses\" >How to Share Your Location Instead of Requesting Someone Else&#8217;s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Can_You_Request_Someones_Location_Without_Them_Knowing\" >Can You Request Someone&#8217;s Location Without Them Knowing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Location_Request_vs_Ongoing_Child_Location_Sharing\" >Location Request vs. Ongoing Child Location Sharing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#Should_Parents_Request_a_Location_or_Use_a_Family_Location_App\" >Should Parents Request a Location or Use a Family Location App?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-request-location-on-iphone\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_%E2%80%9CRequest_Location%E2%80%9D_Mean_on_iPhone\"><\/span>What Does &#8220;Request Location&#8221; Mean on iPhone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u0410pple gives users <a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/105104\"\" rel=\"nofollow\">several ways<\/a> to share location information, and they aren&#8217;t all interchangeable.<\/p>\n<h3>Location Request<\/h3>\n<p>A location request is simply an invitation asking another person to share their location with you. They receive the request and decide whether to accept it.<\/p>\n<h3>Current Location<\/h3>\n<p>A current location is a one-time snapshot. If your child sends a pin from soccer practice and then leaves, that pin doesn&#8217;t follow their device.<\/p>\n<h3>Live Location<\/h3>\n<p>Live Location updates as the user moves. Apple lets users share their ongoing location for an hour, until the end of the day, or indefinitely.<\/p>\n<h3>Check In<\/h3>\n<p>Check In is an iOS safety feature in Messages. A user can set a destination or timer, and a chosen contact is notified when the Check In is completed. If something goes wrong and the user doesn&#8217;t respond, additional information may become available to that contact.<\/p>\n<h3>Share ETA<\/h3>\n<p>Apple Maps lets you share your location and estimated arrival time while following directions. The ETA automatically updates if there are significant delays.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Request_Your_Childs_or_Other_Family_Members_Location_With_Findmykids\"><\/span>How to Request Your Child&#8217;s or Other Family Member&#8217;s Location With Findmykids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_59979\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=banner\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-59979\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-59979\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-808x539.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-392x261.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1-1232x821.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/07\/FMK-banner-new-UI-routes-en-1-1.png 1260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-59979\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Findmykids app<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you only need someone&#8217;s location once, Apple&#8217;s tools may be enough. A parent who regularly needs to check where a child is may prefer a dedicated family app.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=text\">Findmykids<\/a> is designed for ongoing family location sharing. Once the parent&#8217;s and child&#8217;s devices are connected and the necessary permissions are enabled, you can open the app at any time to see the child&#8217;s location without sending a new request each time.<\/p>\n<p>Getting started only takes a few steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=steps\"><strong>Install Findmykids<\/strong><\/a> on the parent&#8217;s phone and the companion app on the child&#8217;s device.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create a family circle<\/strong> in the app and follow the setup instructions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connect the child&#8217;s device<\/strong> using the invitation code.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Allow location access<\/strong> and other permissions required for the features you want to use.<\/li>\n<li>Once the devices are connected, <strong>open the map in Findmykids<\/strong> to see the child&#8217;s location.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Now you can use Findmykids in different ways depending on what you need\u2014from checking a child&#8217;s current location to keeping track of routes, places, and arrivals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Family_Circles\"><\/span>Family Circles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59188\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-1024x717.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-1024x717.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-150x105.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-768x538.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-1536x1075.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-808x566.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-392x274.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map-1232x862.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/05\/Findmykids-single-map.png 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/findmykids-app-update-family-circles\">Family Circles<\/a> lets multiple trusted people stay connected. Depending on how your family is set up, that might include parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other caregivers. Findmykids&#8217; updated Family Circles support mutual location visibility and can even be created temporarily for a trip or event.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real-Time_Location\"><\/span>Real-Time Location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Instead of asking your child to send their current location, you can open Findmykids and see their location on the map. This is useful when they&#8217;re walking home, at a friend&#8217;s house, or traveling between activities.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_History\"><\/span>Location History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59463\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-1024x717.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-1024x717.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-150x105.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-768x538.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-1536x1075.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-808x566.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-392x274.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline-1232x862.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/06\/Route-Timeline.png 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A pin tells you where your child is now. Route history gives you context.<\/p>\n<p>Findmykids lets you view previous routes and locations. Each trip is displayed as a <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/driving-reports-findmykids\">separate route card<\/a> with key details such as the starting point, destination, distance, and route. Open a card to see the journey in more detail and understand where your child has been.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Visited_and_Saved_Places\"><\/span>Frequently Visited and Saved Places<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-58462\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-1024x717.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-1024x717.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-150x105.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-768x538.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-1536x1075.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-808x566.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-392x274.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3-1232x862.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/04\/What-Does-the-Places-Section-Show-3.png 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Places section shows saved locations, such as Home, School, or Activities, along with places that the app identifies as frequently visited. <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/findmykids-places-section\">Place Cards<\/a> can show visit history, time spent there, and other useful context.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Place_Notifications\"><\/span>Place Notifications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You don&#8217;t always need to open the app and check the map. You can set a notification for important places and receive an alert when your child arrives or leaves. This can replace the daily &#8220;Text me when you get there&#8221; routine.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Loud_Signal\"><\/span>Loud Signal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your child isn&#8217;t responding because their iPhone is muted or buried in a backpack, Loud Signal can send an audible alert to get their attention.<\/p>\n<p>Findmykids also includes other family safety and parental-control features. Depending on the device and plan, these can include:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>SOS alerts<\/li>\n<li>Battery notifications<\/li>\n<li>Screen time controls<\/li>\n<li>App restrictions<\/li>\n<li>Sound Around on supported devices<\/li>\n<li>Multiple caregiver access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you want more than occasional location requests, Findmykids brings location sharing, movement history, place notifications, and other family safety tools together in one app.<\/p>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelBlue\">Ready to try it? <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=CTA\">Download Findmykids for free right now<\/a> and connect your family to get started!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Request_Location_on_iPhone_Using_Messages\"><\/span>How to Request Location on iPhone Using Messages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you only need to request someone&#8217;s location occasionally, you can also use the built-in tools on iPhone. Messages lets you send a location request directly in an existing conversation\u2014no additional app is required.<\/p>\n<p>On current versions of iOS:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open <strong>Messages<\/strong> and choose the conversation with the person.<\/li>\n<li>Tap the <strong>Add (+)<\/strong> button. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60650\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"813\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-1-1-1.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Tap <strong>Location<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60651\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"813\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-2.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Tap <strong>Request<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60652\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"813\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-3.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Tap <strong>Send<\/strong> to send the request.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You can also type a message ending with &#8220;Where are you?&#8221; and, when available, tap <strong>Request Location<\/strong> above the keyboard.<\/p>\n<p>The other user receives the request. If they accept and share, their location appears beneath their name in Messages, where you can tap the map for a larger view.<\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t see the option, check that the iPhone is updated and that relevant Location Services permissions are enabled.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Request_Someones_Location_Using_Find_My\"><\/span>How to Request Someone&#8217;s Location Using Find My<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Find My is Apple\u2019s main app for ongoing location sharing among family and friends. To see another person\u2019s location, you first share your location with them and ask them to share it back:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the <strong>Find My app<\/strong> and tap <strong>People<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60653\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"813\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-4.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Tap the <strong>Add (+) <\/strong>button, then <strong>Share My Location<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60654\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-1024x827.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-1024x827.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-300x242.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-150x121.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-768x620.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-1536x1241.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-808x653.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-392x317.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5-1232x995.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-5.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Choose the person. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60655\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-1024x629.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-1024x629.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-1536x944.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-808x496.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6-1232x757.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-6.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Choose how long to share your location. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-60675\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-1024x629.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-1024x629.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-1536x944.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-808x496.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1-1232x757.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-7-1.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>After sharing, select that person under <strong>People<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-60676\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-8-1.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>And tap<strong> Ask to Follow Location<\/strong> (or<strong> Request Location<\/strong>). <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-60677\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-9-1.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The other person receives your request and can choose whether to share. Once they accept, you can see their current location in the Find My app.<\/p>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelYellow\">Related: <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/why-is-find-my-iphone-not-working\">Why is Find My iPhone Not Working? Common Issues &amp; What Parents Should Do<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Request_Location_Through_Family_Sharing\"><\/span>How to Request Location Through Family Sharing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apple Family Sharing makes this process more convenient for families using iPhones.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Go to <strong>Settings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Tap<strong> Family<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60659\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-1024x629.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-1024x629.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-1536x944.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-808x496.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10-1232x757.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-10.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Choose<strong> Location Sharing<\/strong>. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60660\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-1024x630.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"813\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-150x92.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-768x472.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-808x497.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-392x241.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11-1232x758.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/How-to-Request-Location-on-iPhone-11.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>From here, you can choose which family members can see your location. Each person receives a message when location sharing begins and can choose to share back.<\/p>\n<p>Children and teens with Screen Time enabled may have restrictions on changing these settings. Location Services must be turned on for the feature to work.<\/p>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelYellow\">If you haven\u2019t set up Family Sharing yet and want to learn how to do it, <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-put-parental-controls-on-iphone\">check out our guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Share_Your_Location_Instead_of_Requesting_Someone_Elses\"><\/span>How to Share Your Location Instead of Requesting Someone Else&#8217;s<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes the easiest way to start is to share your location first. With Findmykids Family Circles, family members can see each other on the map once they join the same circle and enable location access.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to set it up:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=steps2\"><strong>Install Findmykids<\/strong><\/a> on your phone and open the app.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re creating a new family circle, tap <strong>Create an account<\/strong> and follow the setup steps. You\u2019ll be asked to enter your email and some basic information. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60566\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-1024x827.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-1024x827.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-300x242.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-150x121.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-768x620.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-1536x1241.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-808x653.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-392x317.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-1232x995.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Once the setup is complete, you\u2019ll see an <strong>invitation code<\/strong> for your family circle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Share the code<\/strong> with the family members you want to add. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60567\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-1024x827.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-1024x827.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-300x242.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-150x121.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-768x620.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-1536x1241.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-808x653.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-392x317.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2-1232x995.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-2.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>They should install Findmykids, tap <strong>I have an invitation code<\/strong>, and enter the code.<\/li>\n<li>During setup, they\u2019ll choose their role\u2014<strong>Adult<\/strong> or <strong>Child<\/strong>\u2014and provide the required information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make sure everyone allows location access<\/strong> when prompted. This is necessary for family members to see each other on the map. <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-60568\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-1024x827.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"814\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-1024x827.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-300x242.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-150x121.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-768x620.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-1536x1241.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-808x653.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-392x317.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3-1232x995.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2026\/08\/Set-Up-3.png 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Once everyone has joined the same circle and enabled location sharing, <strong>open the map <\/strong>to see the members of your family circle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Want to add someone later? Open <strong>People<\/strong> on the main screen, tap <strong>Add person<\/strong>, and share the invitation code with them.<\/p>\n<p>This makes location sharing more mutual and transparent\u2014especially for older kids who may want to know where their parents are, too.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for Apple\u2019s built-in options, you can also share your location through:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Messages, either as a one-time pin or Live Location<\/li>\n<li>the Find My app<\/li>\n<li>Family Sharing<\/li>\n<li>Maps using Share ETA<\/li>\n<li>Check In through Messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Apple lets you choose how long ongoing sharing lasts, and you can stop sharing when you no longer want someone to have access.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Request_Someones_Location_Without_Them_Knowing\"><\/span>Can You Request Someone&#8217;s Location Without Them Knowing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>No. On iPhone, you can\u2019t legitimately request someone\u2019s location without them knowing.<\/strong> Location sharing requires the other person\u2019s permission, and Apple\u2019s built-in tools make location sharing visible to the people involved.<\/p>\n<p>This is especially important when it comes to children. Rather than trying to track their location secretly, it\u2019s better to agree on clear rules for location sharing\u2014including when parents may check it and why. As children grow older, these rules can also change to give them more independence.<\/p>\n<p>Secretly tracking another adult without their consent is different: it can raise serious privacy and safety concerns.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_Request_vs_Ongoing_Child_Location_Sharing\"><\/span>Location Request vs. Ongoing Child Location Sharing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you only need to know where someone is from time to time, a one-time location request may be enough. But for parents who want to keep track of a child\u2019s location regularly, an ongoing family location app can be much more convenient. Here\u2019s how the two options compare:<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>One-Time Location Request<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Ongoing Family Location App (Findmykids)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Occasional check-ins<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Regular family safety<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Child action needed<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Usually must respond\/share<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Setup and permissions are completed in advance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Current location<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Real-time movement<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Possible with Live Location<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Route history<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Available with Findmykids<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Saved\/frequent places<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Available with Findmykids<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Arrival\/departure notification<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Limited Apple options<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Loud alert<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Available with Findmykids<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Best example<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Meeting friends at a park<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Child commuting to and from school<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u2800<br \/>\n<a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=text2\">Findmykids<\/a> offers a more complete set of location features. Along with live location, it provides route history, saved places, arrival and departure notifications, and a loud alert. So instead of using location sharing only when you need to find out where your child is, you get a fuller picture of their everyday movements.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_Parents_Request_a_Location_or_Use_a_Family_Location_App\"><\/span>Should Parents Request a Location or Use a Family Location App?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For occasional check-ins, Apple\u2019s built-in tools work well. Messages lets you request location, while Find My, Check In, Family Sharing, and Share ETA cover everything from meetups to trips home.<\/p>\n<p>If you want regular updates without sending another \u201cWhere are you?\u201d text, <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=end\">Findmykids<\/a> gives you more context, including where your child is, where they\u2019ve been, and when they reach familiar places.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever you use, set expectations upfront. As your kids grow, you can adjust the rules, stop sharing features you no longer need, and give them more independence.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Can I request someone&#8217;s location without sharing mine?<\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the method. In Messages, you can send a location request without sharing your own location. In Find My, asking someone to share their location requires you to share yours first.<\/p>\n<h3>Why don&#8217;t I see the Request Location button?<\/h3>\n<p>Update your iPhone and check Settings \u2192 Privacy &amp; Security \u2192 Location Services. In current iOS versions, open Messages and tap Add (+) \u2192 Location \u2192 Request.<\/p>\n<h3>How long does location sharing last on iPhone?<\/h3>\n<p>Apple lets users share for one hour, until the end of the day, or indefinitely. A one-time current location doesn&#8217;t update as the device moves.<\/p>\n<h3>Does someone know when I request or view their location?<\/h3>\n<p>They&#8217;ll see your request location notification. Apple doesn&#8217;t send a new alert each time you view an already-shared location, and the person can stop sharing anytime.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I request an Android user&#8217;s location from an iPhone?<\/h3>\n<p>Apple&#8217;s Find My isn&#8217;t a universal iPhone-to-Android tracker. <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=faq\">Findmykids<\/a> supports both iOS and Android devices, though available features may differ.<\/p>\n<h3>How can I track my child&#8217;s location on iPhone?<\/h3>\n<p>With <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.onelink.me\/xY6s?pid=content_team&amp;amp;c=en&amp;amp;af_channel=blog&amp;amp;af_adset=article&amp;amp;af_ad=how-to-request-location-on-iphone&amp;amp;af_sub1=faq2\">Findmykids<\/a>, you can see your child\u2019s location in real time and keep track of their movements throughout the day. The app also lets you view route history, save important places, and receive notifications when your child arrives at or leaves a location.<\/p>\n<h2>Sources &amp; References<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/105104\"\" rel=\"nofollow\">Share your location with iPhone<\/a>, Apple Support<\/li>\n<li><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/guide\/personal-safety\/use-check-in-for-messages-ips56b5bc469\/web\"\" rel=\"nofollow\">Use Check In for Messages on iPhone<\/a>, Apple Support<\/li>\n<li><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/guide\/iphone\/share-your-location-iph01954dc44\/ios\"\" rel=\"nofollow\">Share your location in Find My on iPhone<\/a>, Apple Support<\/li>\n<li><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/105107\"\" rel=\"nofollow\">Share your location with your Family Sharing group<\/a>, Apple Support<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"font-size: 10px; font-weight: 100; font-family: Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\">Cover image: luis_molinero \/ magnific.com<\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"wpulike wpulike-default \" ><div class=\"wp_ulike_general_class wp_ulike_is_not_liked\"><button type=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Like Button\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-ulike-id=\"60665\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-ulike-nonce=\"1f36ce849c\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-ulike-type=\"likeThis\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-ulike-template=\"wpulike-default\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-ulike-display-likers=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-ulike-disable-pophover=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"wp_ulike_btn wp_ulike_put_image wp_likethis_60665\"><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When your child is out with friends, walking home from school, or heading to practice,&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":60674,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"layf_related_links":[""],"layf_exclude_from_feed":["1"],"_fmk_faq_pairs":["a:6:{i:0;a:2:{i:0;s:56:\"Can I request someone\u2019s location without sharing mine?\";i:1;s:191:\"It depends on the method. 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