Life360 may not be updating location for several reasons, including:
- Location Services Disabled: Ensure that location services are enabled on the device. Life360 needs access to location data to update positions.
- Battery Saving Mode: If the device is in battery-saving mode, it might restrict background activities, including location updates.
- App Permissions: Make sure Life360 has the necessary permissions to access location data. Check the app settings to confirm that location permissions are granted.
- Internet Connection: Life360 requires an internet connection to send location data. Ensure the device has a stable internet connection.
- App Updates: The app might need an update. Check the app store for any available updates and install them.
- Background App Refresh: Ensure that the app is allowed to run in the background. Background app refresh should be enabled for Life360.
- Device Settings: Certain device settings might interfere with location tracking. Ensure that settings like “Low Data Mode” or similar restrictions are not enabled.
- Life360 Server Issues: Sometimes, the problem might be on Life360’s end. Check their social media or status page for any reports of server issues.
- Account Issues: Verify that the account is properly set up and that there are no issues with the Life360 account itself.
- Device-Specific Issues: Restarting the device can sometimes resolve temporary glitches that might affect location tracking.
By troubleshooting these areas, you can often resolve the issue with Life360 not updating location.