cross-posted from: https://sh.itjust.works/post/37022405

This is a carrier in the USA (T-Mobile).

I did a quick search for the other 2 carriers using the term “[Carrier Name] Family Tracking” and Verizon and AT&T also seems to have it.

And according to https://www.t-mobile.com/support/plans-features/t-mobile-familywhere-app, it says:

FamilyWhere uses geolocation data from the T-Mobile network and is not affected by changes to device location settings.

So it appears that its using cell tower triangulation. Turning on Airplane Mode should stop it (assuming there isn’t a separate tracking app on your phone)

Oh Wow, What a wonderful tool for abusive spouses and abusive parents. And telecom companies are making money off of it. 🙃

TLDR: Its a good idea to get your own separate cellular plan.

  • dustycups@aussie.zone
    1·
    14 hours ago

    Big agree from me. You just forgot to take my pathological laziness & procrastination into account.
    At least this way I have the option. With apple its the walled garden. What other choices are out there? (not including dumb phones)

    Edit: punctuation

    • EngineerGaming@feddit.nl
      1·
      4 hours ago

      I guess the other option would be Linux like PostmarketOS, but it’s not yet ready to be a botherless daily-driver for a non-enthusiasts, from what I’ve read.