Find My Friends is a helpful tool for keeping up with family and friends. With just a few taps, you can see where your loved ones are, share your location data, and even set up location-based alerts. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use Find My Friends on your iOS device.
Step 1: Enable Location Services
To use Find My Friends, you need to turn on location services on your device. To do this, go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and make sure the toggle switch is on. Then, scroll down to Find My Friends and make sure it's set to 'While Using the App'.
Step 2: Invite Friends
To add friends to Find My Friends, open the app and tap on the 'Add' button. You can then select a friend from your contacts list or enter their email address manually. Once you've added them, they will receive an invitation to join your network. If they accept, you will be able to see their location data.
Step 3: Share Your Location
If you want your friends to be able to see your location, you need to share it with them. To do this, go to the Find My Friends app and tap on 'Me' in the bottom bar. Then, toggle on the switch next to 'Share My Location'. You can also choose who you want to share your location with by tapping on 'Add Friends' and selecting the appropriate contacts.
Step 4: Set Up Alerts
Find My Friends allows you to set up location-based alerts for specific contacts. For example, you can be notified when your child arrives at school or your spouse leaves work. To set up an alert, select the contact you want to create the alert for and tap on 'Notify Me'. Then, choose the location you want to monitor and set the alert parameters (e.g. 'Notify me when they arrive' or 'Notify me when they leave').
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