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Location historyLook back, only when you choose.

Use optional retained location history with a clear retention choice.

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Picture it in your family

Turn history on for a period when it is useful, then change the retention setting as needs change.

A simple place to start

Make it part of the routine.

  1. 01

    Discuss the purpose

  2. 02

    Choose off, 7 or 30 days

  3. 03

    Review and manage shared history

What to know before you start

History is opt-in and depends on received location updates. Missing samples are not filled in as confirmed journeys.

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A good question

Can I use sharing without retaining a long history?

Yes. Retention choices include turning history off. Current sharing and retained history serve different purposes.

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