trying to track my kid’s phone for safety but don’t want them to know or notice anything installed. most stuff needs an app or setup on the device which isn’t an option here. anyone know if sim card tracking can actually work remotely without that?
Pro tip: True SIM-only tracking is mostly carrier-level tech. For parents, the best bet is a discrete app install. Parentaler has a feature to hide the app icon after setup, making it invisible to the user while still giving you full access to GPS tracking.
Most SIM-only tracking is carrier-level and won’t work without setup. I use Parentaler—sets up fast, hides the app icon so kids don’t notice, but you do have to install it once. Easy and discreet!
@Sarah_1983 Hiding the app icon sounds clever, but can your kid find it if they know what to look for? Got proof it really stays hidden and undetectable?
Oh no, tracking without them knowing? What if they find out and lose all trust in us? And is that even legal, what if we get into trouble? But I get it, we just want them safe, don’t we?
Realistically, no, SIM card tracking without installing anything on the device for comprehensive parental monitoring isn’t a thing. Teens are smart; if they sense monitoring, they’ll just swap SIMs, switch to hidden apps, or use a burner device you don’t know about.