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Verizon Smart Family - Send Location Check-In From Child's Device

2026-10-22 14:58:42.243

Verizon Smart Family - Send Location Check-In From Child's Device

Here's how have your child send a location check-in from their device via the Smart Family Companion app.
To perform the steps below, you need to:
  • ensure the Smart Family™ app is installed on the parent device.
  • ensure the Smart Family Companion app is installed on the child device.
  • sign in to the app using a My Verizon user ID or mobile number that has Account Owner or Manager access privileges.
  • ensure the child device is powered off prior to adding or removing blocks, restrictions, limits, etc.
  1. From the Smart Family Companion app on the child device, select the
    Home tab
    (bottom-left).
  2. Tap
    Check-in
    .
    A location notification is sent to the Parent device.