Once known only for its self-destructing pics, Snapchat has steadily evolved its location-oriented social media features. It’s leaned further into that identity with real-time location sharing features in recent years,

Parents and caregivers keeping a close eye on their children's activity have a new tool at their disposal, as Snapchat launches its new location alerts for monitored accounts. The new feature, part of the platforms' teen safety-focused Family Center,

Snapchat is bringing enhanced location sharing to Family Center, its parental controls hub, the company announced on Thursday.

Popular social media app Snapchat announced that location sharing is coming to Family Center. Here’s what we know about it.

With Snapchat crossing 800 million monthly active users recently, the company wantsto refine and enhance features that keep the platform safe and relevant for families. In a Newsroom announcement, Snap Inc.

Snapchat introduces location sharing for families, but the new feature arrives amid privacy concerns and a lawsuit.

Snapchat is adding new location tracking abilities to its parental control features. The changes will give parents new visibility into their children’s Snap Map settings and allow them to keep tabs on their whereabouts.

These new features will be available over the coming weeks. Keep in mind that caregivers must have a Snapchat account to access Family Center. What Else To Know About Snapchat’s