Snapchat improves Family Center with Live Location Sharing and Travel Notifications – India TV

Snapchat’s Snap Map, one of the popular mobile maps with more than 350 million users worldwide, is evolving to further enhance Family Center. The security feature will soon include new location sharing tools that make it easier for families to stay connected and get information about each other’s whereabouts. These features will allow parents and caregivers to request live location sharing, track trips to specific locations, and receive travel notifications.

Easy location sharing via family hub

With the latest update, parents will be able to easily request live location updates from their teens right within Family Center, creating a seamless way for families to keep each other informed. This feature will work both ways, as parents will be able to share their location with their teenagers, allowing family members to be aware of each other’s location at any time.

More control over Location Sharing

Family Center’s privacy controls are also being expanded. Parents will now be able to see which friends their teens choose to share their location with, encouraging open discussions about safe and convenient sharing options. These options allow families to tailor location sharing settings to their individual needs.

Travel Notifications for added peace of mind

To provide further reassurance to families, Snapchat will soon allow users to set travel notifications to and from specific locations, such as home, school, or extracurricular activities. Parents will receive alerts when their teens travel to or arrive at these places, adding an extra layer of awareness to daily routines and evening outings.

New safety reminders

Location sharing on Snapchat remains off by default, and users can only share their location with people they accept as friends. To keep users mindful of their settings, Snapchat is adding in-app reminders for those who share their location widely. These reminders encourage users to consider their own settings when adding new friends, especially those outside their real-world circle.

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