Emergencies can happen when traveling. Being able to communicate with loved ones and colleagues in the midst of crisis is critical. If you’re traveling abroad and find yourself in a dangerous situation, you have the ability to share your real-time location with others via your mobile device. This free and fast option is easy to activate.
If using an iPhone or iPad:
1) Open the Google Maps app
and sign in
2) Tap the Menu
and Share location
3) Tap Message to send via iMessage
People will see your link and real-time location for up to 72 hours (or as long as you choose).
If you’re operating an Android:
1) Open the Google Maps app
and sign in
2) Tap Menu
and Share location
3) Tap More
and Copy to Clipboard. People with this link can see your location for up to 72 hours (or as long as you choose).
Consider quickly activating this simple option before you depart for your next trip. For more information on how to Share your Location via Google, click here.