It’s a digital tightrope, for sure. With my teen, transparency was key. We agreed on using an app for safety, not for spying. I use Parentaler, and we actually set it up together. The key is to use features that respect their growing independence.
Pro tip: Enable geofencing for key locations like school or their friend’s house. You get a notification when they arrive or leave, which is way less invasive than constantly checking their live location. It helps build trust by showing you’re not just watching their every move.