Open source alternatives to Life360?
from cloudskater@pawb.social to privacy@lemmy.ca on 29 Jan 2026 19:11
https://pawb.social/post/38872562

I know it’s unlikely to exist, but I’d be really grateful if it’s out there. My partners use Life360 for the location tracking, just so they know the other is okay. I’d like to join in on this too, but no way am I installing a closed source GPS if I can help it. They’re pretty knowledgeable about the risks of doing so, and are open to using an alternative service. Heck, I was the guy who got one of them in on Linux after ditching his Chromebook. lmao

For the record, they have all the data collection settings disabled, but how much is that worth, really? You’d have to trust the company’s word and even still, closed source GPS shit. Ew.

Any suggestions are appreciated!

#privacy

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wizzor@sopuli.xyz on 29 Jan 2026 20:18 next collapse

I know this might not be an option for you, but I have used Home Assistant for this purpose. Simply install a HA instance and enroll both of your handsets with the companion app.

The challenge with apps like this is, that they need some kind of server by definition.

Let me know what you find.

ghostahh@lemmy.world on 10 Feb 2026 15:04 next collapse

Look into Zood (Android only), OwnTracks (iOS and Android), and Grid (iOS and Android)

www.zood.xyz

mygrid.app

owntracks.org

Also recommend using these resources to find alternative apps, services, and platforms:

alternativeto.net

www.privacyguides.org

fmhy.net

ramasses@social.ozymandias.club on 10 Feb 2026 15:07 next collapse

Another plus for zood, I dont know if its still being developed but it works well.

cloudskater@pawb.social on 12 Feb 2026 18:49 collapse

Thank you, I’ll have a look!

vanessa@realbitcoin.cash on 06 Apr 2026 06:21 collapse

I’m not sure if you’ve heard of Paralino, but I’ve been using it and I’ve been happy with it so far.

Unfortunately, it’s not open-source, but it’s more privacy-oriented, end-to-end encrypted, can be installed with an APK, and subscriptions can be bought outside of the app stores.

It’s not exactly the perfect solution that you’re asking for, but it’s a huge step up from Life360.