How to Track a Verizon Phone: 3 Proven Methods

To track a Verizon user’s location, you can use the provider’s family locator, a third-party tracker, or an IP tracker. At HeyLocate, we have thoroughly tested all these options to provide you with a comprehensive guide, hoping that our experience will help you make the best choice for your specific case.

This article is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Tracking someone’s phone without their knowledge or consent may violate federal and state privacy laws and could lead to serious legal consequences. Before using any tracking tools or apps mentioned here, ensure that you have legal authority or consent to monitor the device.

Acceptable use cases may include parental control, locating a lost or stolen device, or tracking a phone you own or have legal access to. HeyLocate does not condone or promote illegal surveillance or unauthorized access to another person’s private information. Always consult with a lawyer if you are unsure about your rights or responsibilities when using such tools.

Method 1: Using Verizon Family Locator

The first solution we recommend is Verizon’s built-in tool for location tracking called Verizon Family (formerly known as Verizon Smart Family). This is a legitimate and secure method for monitoring a Verizon phone, particularly for parental control purposes.

To use it, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Verizon account. Choose the Family option and your plan (there is a free and a “plus” one, which costs $14.99).
2. Install the Verizon Family app on both your phone and the target phone. Pair the two devices using the app’s setup process.
   The other person must accept permissions for location sharing and parental controls.
3. Once you’re done, you can monitor the phone’s real-time location via the app.

Moreover, with the free plan, you’ll get access to call and text activity as well as driving insights. At the same time, the Plus option grants you access to additional features, such as parental controls and screen time management, call and text blocking on the target phone, roadside assistance, and more.

We suggest you familiarize yourself with our detailed review of the Verizon Smart Family App for more information.

Method 2: Using Number Tracker

The next option that you can give a try is third-party number trackers. They can be web-based and mobile-supported, so choose whatever appeals to you the most.

The instructions for them are as follows:

1. Choose your service (HeyLocate, Truecaller, Geofinder, etc.). Type in the phone number you want to track.
   Note: We have chosen Truecaller for demonstration purposes.
2. Wait for the scan. You may be asked to create an account or choose your subscription plan in the meantime.
3. Get your results. You’ll typically get a city-level or region-level result for free.

The general information provided is usually publicly available. Thus, the person won’t be notified about you checking their number.

Premium tools may show a live map with a location pin after sending an SMS with a tracking link.

Visit our HeyLocate blog to learn more about phone tracking tools that use only a phone number.

Method 3: Using IP Tracker in Combination with SMS, Social Networks, or Messengers

Finally, the last method in our guide is IP tracking services. Just like the phone number trackers, they are web-based; however, the usage procedure is different:

1. Choose your website (e.g., Grabify, IP logger, or IPlocation.net). Create a trackable link (can be customized). It can be any link to an image or a video.
2. Send the link via messaging app (WhatsApp, Instagram DMs, Facebook Messenger, or else) or SMS.
3. Wait for the click and get your IP location analysis.

We would like to point out that IP geolocation typically only displays the city as a location, and mobile IPs often fluctuate between regions. Additionally, you only receive data once they click the link; there is no ongoing tracking.

Note: While IP tracking isn’t illegal, tricking someone into revealing their IP address without consent may cross legal or ethical lines, especially if used for stalking or covert surveillance. You must have a legitimate reason for using this method and avoid data misuse.

Conclusion

These three methods are the best for tracking a Verizon phone.

The first option, the Verizon Family app, is perfect for family members who want to stay in touch, even when they are in different parts of the city or the world.

The second one, online number trackers, is a good choice for checking unknown numbers. IP tracking, at the same time, is a nice way of checking your friends’ or acquaintances’ locations.