Life360 Not Updating Location on iPhone? Fixes & Privacy Checks
Fix Life360 location not updating on iPhone: background refresh, location permissions, battery settings, and privacy options.
Common symptoms
Life360 on iPhone may:
- show your location as “stuck” (not moving)
- update only when you open the app
- show inaccurate circles or delayed updates
Because Life360 relies on background behavior, iOS settings matter a lot.
Step 1: Verify Life360 location permission
Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services → Life360:
- For real-time updates, Always is usually required
- Make sure Precise Location is ON if you need accuracy
If you only want updates when you use the app, choose While Using (but expect delayed updates).
Use this tool to understand the impact: iPhone Location Permission Checker.