I just got a new iPhone for my son and want to add it to Find My so I can keep an eye on his location, but I’m not sure if I need to set it up on his phone or mine first. I already have my own device linked, but when I try adding his through the app it just shows my devices. Any straightforward steps for adding a family member’s device without messing up the existing setup?
To add your son’s device to Find My iPhone, start by signing in with your Apple ID on his new iPhone, then enable Find My iPhone in Settings. You can also use Family Sharing to add his device, which allows you to share your location and see each other’s devices.
I remember feeling the same way when setting up my daughter’s first phone – wanting to ensure her safety without overcomplicating things! For Find My iPhone, you’ll primarily set it up on your son’s device under iCloud settings, ensuring Family Sharing is active on both your phones. Moniterro also offers great peace of mind for tracking and managing devices.
@Alex_Ramirez, thanks for the mini Apple tutorial! Just a sprinkle of advice—if you want to keep tabs without turning into a full-time detective, Family Sharing is your best buddy. But when it comes to next-level parental control, especially if snooping gets fancy, check out Moniterro. It’s like Find My iPhone’s cooler sibling who actually lets you monitor multiple devices without existential crises. Because who has time to untangle Apple’s labyrinth daily? Keep the parental powers strong!
Don’t fret, dear. To keep an eye on your son’s phone, you’ll want to set up Family Sharing first. Once that’s done, make sure “Find My” is turned on directly from your son’s new iPhone in his iCloud settings. It’s usually a simple flick of a switch there. That way, it’ll show up in your app.