Share Live Location
Stay connected and protected by sharing your live location with trusted contacts through the SOS App.
This feature ensures real-time movement tracking, allowing your emergency contacts to locate you quickly during critical situations.
Overview
The Share Live Location feature allows you to:
- Share your current GPS position to selected emergency contacts.
- Provide a real-time location snapshot.
- Enable faster coordination, tracking, and emergency response when needed.
Live location sharing is essential when you are moving, traveling, or escaping from dangerous environments.
How It Works
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Share Location | The app sends a updating live location link to your trusted contacts. |
| Real-Time Updates | Contacts can view your live movement through a secure, private link. |
All location sharing uses encrypted, secure links visible only to selected contacts or shared one.
Setup Guide
Follow these steps to share your live location:
- Open the SOS App.
- Tap Share Location from the dashboard or quick access menu.
- Click Share location button to share your live location.
- Copy or share the link to your contacts through any channel.
- Confirm and initiate live sharing.
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Share your location:
Your selected contacts will receive a private SMS or app notification containing your live tracking link.
For best results, keep GPS and mobile data enabled during live sharing.
Example Use Cases
| Scenario | How Live Sharing Helps |
|---|---|
| Traveling alone | Allow family or friends to monitor your journey and ensure safe arrival. |
| Emergency evacuation | Help responders locate you during disaster scenarios. |
| Medical assistance | Enable caregivers or paramedics to track your real-time position. |
| Navigating risky areas | Let trusted people track your movement through dangerous zones. |
Common Questions
Will live location sharing work without internet?
No. The live location updates require an active internet connection.
However, if the internet is lost, a one-time fallback SMS with your last known location is sent (if SMS permissions are granted).
Can I stop live sharing anytime?
Yes. You can manually stop location sharing instantly through the SOS App dashboard.
Can my shared link be forwarded to others?
The link itself is private and intended only for your selected contacts. However, if recipients manually forward the link, it could be accessed by others.
Will sharing location impact my phone's battery?
Minimal impact. The SOS App is optimized for efficient background location updates.
However, extended tracking may slightly increase battery usage.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Contacts not receiving the link | Verify selected contacts and confirm SMS or internet delivery status. |
| Location updates are slow or inaccurate | Ensure strong mobile data signal and active GPS. |
| Live sharing stopped unexpectedly | Disable battery optimization for the SOS App to ensure uninterrupted background operation. |
The Share Live Location feature adds a vital layer of protection by keeping your trusted contacts informed about your real-time movement.
Whether traveling, seeking help, or escaping danger, continuous location updates bridge the critical gap between you and your rescuers.
Activate live sharing during your next journey to stay safer and more connected.
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