Register Your Child's Phone Location Tracking Service in Advance

Weekend Discovery: Lost Phone

On Saturday, I noticed my son's phone was missing. Although he's 8 years old and primarily uses it for calls, we realized it had been lost since Monday. Due to his routine—being dropped off at school, attending taekwondo classes, and returning home—we hadn't installed any location tracking apps.

Immediate Action: Contacting the Carrier

We promptly contacted our telecom provider's call center. Since our son is a minor, they required a family relationship certificate, a legal guardian consent form, and copies of the guardian's ID. We quickly prepared and submitted these documents, enabling us to register for the "Find My Friend" location service.

The Power of Location Tracking

Had we installed a tracking app earlier, we might have located the phone sooner. Nonetheless, after completing the necessary paperwork and registering for the service, we pinpointed the phone's location in the after-school activity room. Relieved, we retrieved it on Monday morning.

Lessons Learned: Preparation is Key

This incident taught us two valuable lessons:

1. Proactive Measures: Always install and activate location tracking apps or services in advance.
2. Understand the Requirements: For minors (especially those under 14), legal guardian consent and proper documentation are essential for location tracking services.

To fellow parents, it's advisable to familiarize yourselves with the necessary forms and ensure location tracking services are set up beforehand. A small step in preparation can prevent significant issues and provide peace of mind.