Overview
Our team created GPS Family, a secure, real-time location-sharing app that keeps families connected and informed. Developed for ease of use and peace of mind, GPS Family provides families with a trusted platform to check on loved ones, receive notifications, and view location history. Designed with privacy in mind, the app is accessible exclusively by invitation, ensuring that location data remains private and secure within each family group.
Challenge
Parents and caregivers often need to know the whereabouts of family members, especially children, for safety reasons. Existing solutions often lack privacy controls or drain device battery life due to constant GPS usage. Our challenge was to build an app that would provide accurate, real-time location tracking while preserving battery life and privacy for all users.
Solution
The GPS Family app addresses these challenges through the following features:
- Real-Time Location Updates: The app runs in the background, updating location in real-time, so family members know each other’s whereabouts without needing constant app interaction.
- Geofenced Notifications: Parents or caregivers can define specific places (like home, school, or work), and receive instant notifications when a family member enters or leaves these designated areas. Customizable sound and vibration options enhance control over notifications.
- Invisible Mode: Users can easily disable tracking for themselves via the settings menu, providing a flexible way to manage privacy on their terms.
- Location History: With a location history up to 30 days, users can see where their family members have been, adding context and reassurance in cases where routes or visits need to be reviewed.
- Optimized Battery Usage: To counteract the typical battery drain associated with GPS tracking, we implemented a proprietary location-detection algorithm that maintains accurate tracking while reducing power consumption.
Results
Since its release, GPS Family has become a reliable solution for families, offering both peace of mind and convenience. The app’s advanced location tracking, customizable notifications, and privacy controls have made it a popular choice among parents and guardians seeking a safe way to stay connected.
Premium Version Features
We understand that location sharing requires trust. GPS Family ensures privacy by restricting access through invitation-only groups, keeping location data visible only to authorized family members.
Privacy Commitment
We understand that location sharing requires trust. GPS Family ensures privacy by restricting access through invitation-only groups, keeping location data visible only to authorized family members.
Conclusion
GPS Family exemplifies our commitment to developing solutions that prioritize user needs, privacy, and reliability. By blending location-tracking technology with robust privacy and security features, GPS Family has become a valuable tool for families, enhancing both connectivity and peace of mind.