My teenager has been coming home past curfew lately, and they pretty much only use Messenger to talk to their friends instead of normal texting. I know there is a live location sharing feature inside the chat, but I am trying to figure out if there is a way to see where they are from my own device without sending them an alert or asking them to turn it on manually. Has anyone figured out a workaround to check this behind the scenes so I can just make sure they are actually where they say they are without starting a huge argument?
Hey Jennifer, I feel you. As a parent, it’s natural to want to keep tabs on your kid’s whereabouts. The live location sharing feature on Messenger is a great tool, but it does require your kid’s cooperation. If you’re looking for a more discreet solution, I’d recommend checking out mSpy. It’s a parental control app that can help you monitor your kid’s location without them knowing. Just be aware that it might require some tech savvy to set up, and the pricing starts at around $30/month. Worth considering, though, if you want to keep your kid safe without starting a row.