Real-Time Family Tracking
The SOS App enables secure, real-time location tracking between family members, ensuring peace of mind and faster assistance during emergencies.
Tracking works through a simple, private token-sharing system without relying on cloud servers — keeping your location data secure and direct.
Overview
Real-Time Family Tracking allows you to:
- View the live location of family members who share their tracking token with you.
- Share your own live location securely with trusted family members.
- Maintain continuous location updates without exposing your data to third-party servers.
Tracking is device-to-device and protected through encryption, ensuring only selected trusted people have access.
How Real-Time Tracking Works
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Generate Token | Each user generates a secure personal token inside the SOS App. |
| Share Token | Share your token with trusted family members. |
| Add Token | Add a family member’s token inside your app to start tracking them. |
| Live Updates | Once added, you can see the member's live location updates directly within the app. |
All tracking is peer-to-peer, meaning no location data is stored or transmitted via external servers.
Required Permissions and Settings
To enable Real-Time Tracking:
- Background Location Access must be granted ("Allow all the time").
- Internet Access is needed for device-to-device location updates.
- Notification Access is recommended to receive movement or alert updates (optional).
Ensure both devices (your device and your family member’s device) have location permissions fully enabled.
Setup Guide
To start tracking a family member:
- Open the SOS App.
- Navigate to Dashboard → Family Tracking.
- Tap Add Family Member.
- Enter the Tracking Token provided by your family member.
- Confirm and save.
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Step 1: Navigate to Family Track from Dashbaord
Step 2: Tap on Live Tracking option to add member contact details.
Step 3: Add token of the family member's SOS App.
Step 4: Now, check the added member list.
Step 5: Track live location by clicking get location icon.
Step 6: Track live location by clicking get location.
Step 7: If the member is offline.
Step 8: If offline or online, request location by sms/internet.
To allow others to track you:
- Open the Family Tracking section and share your generated Tracking Token with trusted family members.
Tracking starts immediately once the token is added successfully.
Tokens can be regenerated anytime if you want to reset or remove access.
Example Use Cases
| Scenario | How Real-Time Tracking Helps |
|---|---|
| Monitoring elderly parents | Check their safety and respond quickly if they are lost or immobile. |
| Child safety | Monitor your child's movement when traveling alone or during outdoor activities. |
| Emergency coordination | Locate family members instantly during disasters, accidents, or large public events. |
| Travel support | Ensure friends or family can track your journey in unfamiliar locations. |
Best Practices
| Recommendation | Reason |
|---|---|
| Share tokens only with trusted people | Prevent unauthorized location access. |
| Regenerate tokens periodically | Enhance security by resetting access occasionally. |
| Keep location and internet enabled | Ensure continuous real-time updates. |
| Update app regularly | Access improved tracking features and security enhancements. |
Common Questions
Can I track multiple family members at once?
Yes. You can add multiple tracking tokens inside the app and view each family member's location separately.
Does tracking work if the app is closed?
Yes. As long as background location permission is granted and the app is not force-closed, tracking continues in the background.
Will the SOS App notify me if the family member goes offline?
Currently, tracking shows the last known location if the member goes offline.
Future updates may add offline notification features.
Can strangers access my live location?
No. Only those who have your unique tracking token — and you have allowed — can access your live location.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Cannot find family member's location | Ensure both devices have active internet and background location permissions enabled. |
| Token not accepted | Verify that the token is entered correctly. Tokens are case-sensitive. |
| Location updates delayed | Check mobile network strength. Strong internet improves live tracking speed. |
| App not tracking in background | Whitelist the SOS App in device battery optimization settings. |
Real-Time Family Tracking strengthens your family’s safety network by offering continuous location sharing through secure, token-based connections.
This feature ensures faster coordination, better protection, and peace of mind — without sacrificing your privacy.
Enable Family Tracking today and stay connected to the people who matter most.
What's Next
Learn how to add a tracking token to connect and start live tracking of family members.