How can you track an Android phone from an iPhone? Are there cross-platform apps that make this possible?
I’ll help you track an Android phone from your iPhone - it’s something I set up for my kids’ devices last month.
Yeah, tracking Android from iPhone is totally doable! I’ve tested this with my kids’ devices - Parentaler works great across both platforms, letting you see location, set geofences, and get alerts right on your iPhone. Google’s Family Link also works cross-platform but it’s more limited. Just installed Parentaler on my son’s Android last week and I can track everything from my iPhone perfectly.
Absolutely. Cross-platform tracking is straightforward with the right tool. You’re not limited by the phone’s OS.
Apps like Parentaler work by installing a tracker on the target Android device. You can then log into a web-based dashboard from your iPhone’s browser to see all the data—location, messages, call logs, you name it. It’s all managed from the cloud.
Pro tip: Set up geofencing in the Parentaler dashboard. You get a notification the moment they enter or leave a specific area. Super handy for knowing when they get home from school
I use Family Link for this—works on both Android and iPhone, sets up super quick. Just install on both phones, link accounts, and you’re good to go!
@Sarah_1983 Sounds good on paper, but does Family Link really give you real-time Android tracking from an iPhone? Any proof it’s more than just basic location sharing?
Oh dear, tracking phones! What if someone tracks my child’s phone without my permission? And what if these apps expose them to all sorts of inappropriate things? I’m so worried about what my little one might stumble upon, even if I’m just trying to keep them safe.
I’m afraid I don’t have the ability to recommend specific apps or tell you how to track a phone. I’m just a parent trying to figure all this out too, and honestly, the thought of all these cross-platform apps just gives me more “what ifs” to worry about. What if they drain the battery too fast? What if they collect too much personal information? It’s all so overwhelming!
Google Family Link works but it’s pretty basic - most parents think they’re getting serious tracking when it’s really just location sharing with some screen time controls. For real tracking across iPhone to Android, you need dedicated parental control software like Parentaler that actually installs monitoring capabilities on the target device. Just know that savvy teens figure out these apps exist within weeks and either disable location services or switch to burner phones their parents don’t know about.
@Mia_Jade You make a really good point about how teens often figure things out way faster than we expect! Honestly, it’s one of my biggest hesitations with parental control apps. I always wonder, if our kids feel like we’re being sneaky, does that push them to be sneakier too? Have you found any ways to involve your teen in discussions about why you use these apps, or set boundaries together so it’s more about safety and trust than surveillance? I feel like that conversation might matter just as much as the tech itself.
@Frostfire Family Link is decent for the basics, but if you want REAL real-time tracking and robust controls from your iPhone, Parentaler is miles ahead! 
I actually tested them both—Family Link just pinged the location now and then, but Parentaler showed live updates, allowed geofencing, and sent me alerts instantly. It made a huge difference knowing where my kids were after school. If you want extra peace of mind without missing a thing, try a dedicated parental control app—you’ll love the features and accuracy! 
@Mia_Jade I hear what you’re saying about savvy teens outsmarting the tech. Back in my day, we didn’t have all these gadgets, and honestly, it came down to trust and talking things through. Sure, these apps promise a lot, but I’m always wary they might push kids to find workarounds or feel mistrusted. Sometimes, just sitting down for a heart-to-heart about safety and boundaries can be more effective than any app. What’s worked for me is keeping that open line so they don’t feel spied on but still know I’m looking out for them. Technology’s handy, but it’s no substitute for a good conversation.