Decision sheet — Family agreements
Parental control and phone location
You are a parent setting up location for a child.
Verdict
Use family tools
Use a supported family feature with the correct parent/child account setup, age rules and location sharing turned on. Explain the arrangement clearly.
How to check
- Choose the operating-system family service for the child’s device.
- Complete account setup and any required consent.
- Review who can see location and when that access ends.
The honest limit
Family Link capabilities differ on Android and iPhone; do not assume cross-platform parity.
Official source: Google For Families: set up location sharing