How Location Sharing Works on Mobile Phone
At its core, location sharing relies on your phone’s GPS (Global Positioning System). Your device connects to satellites orbiting the Earth to determine your exact position, sometimes accurate within a few meters.
This information is then transmitted through the internet using your data or Wi-Fi to show your exact live location on Google maps or Apple Maps, depending on your personal device.
Every smartphone, whether iPhone or Android, has built-in GPS hardware. When you share your location, you’re basically sending a secure, real-time signal of your coordinates to another person.
The map app (like Apple Maps or Google Maps) converts that signal into a readable address or moving dot on the other person’s screen.
That’s how your loved ones (friends and family) can know you’re on the way home or that your driver has safely dropped you off.
How to Share Location Between iPhone and Android (Built-in Method)
One of the simplest ways to share your location across iPhone and Android is through Google Maps — it works seamlessly on both platforms.
Here’s how:
1. Open Google Maps on your phone (available for both Android and iOS).
2. Tap your profile picture or initials at the top right corner.
3. Select Location sharing → Share location.
4. Choose how long you want to share and select via link or directly with a contact.
5. Send the link through WhatsApp, iMessage, SMS, or email.
The recipient, whether using Android or iPhone can open the link and see your live location in real time without needing to sign in.
It’s a simple, privacy-conscious way to let your partner, friend, or family know where you are, especially during travel, commutes, or late-night outings.
Pro tip: You can stop sharing anytime by going back to Google Maps → Location sharing → Stop.
Can your loved ones trace you instantly without sending them a link?
Download the NauNauSOS app and share your live location with trusted contacts in one click.
Faster and Safer Third-Party Option for Location Sharing
While Google Maps is convenient, it lacks an emergency layer; the kind you need in REAL-LIFE panic situations.
Imagine walking alone at night, sensing someone might be following you, or being in an area with weak reception.
In those moments, you need a subtle, silent way to alert loved ones without drawing attention.
That’s where third-party safety apps like NauNauSOS truly stand out, well-designed to help you send instant SOS alerts and share your live location discreetly when every second counts.
Unlike regular map links that simply show your location, app like NauNauSOS goes even further; offering real-time alerts, an emergency SOS button, and the ability to instantly share your live location only with trusted contacts.
With just one click, you can share your location seamlessly between your Android or iPhone to a friend or family Android or iPhone device.
And if something goes wrong, say your ride stops unexpectedly and you click — your 5 emergency contacts immediately receive an SOS alert with your exact location, giving you the protection that regular maps can’t.
The app bridges the gap between Android and iPhone without requiring complex setup. It’s built for family, friends, and travelers who want more than just tracking — they want peace of mind.
Your Next Move?
Technology has made it easier than ever to stay connected, even across different phone types. Whether through Google Maps or NauNauSOS, sharing your location between iPhone and Android is no longer a challenge.
So next time you’re traveling, meeting up, or heading home late, remember it’s not about being watched — it’s about being safe.
What happens if your ride suddenly stops in an unfamiliar area or feels threatened in a moving vehicle?
Download the NauNauSOS app and share your live location with trusted contacts in one tap.
