You are probably familiar with GPS trackers. These popular apps track phones and tablets using built-in GPS once you install them on the device.
Sometimes, however, you don't have access to the phone. You only have his phone number.
So how do you track the location of a cell phone with its number? Can it even be done? Here we cover everything you need to know about this topic.
Part 1: Why You Might Need to Track Cell Phone Location
It is strongly recommended that you get permission before trying to track someone's phone. You may need to locate a cell phone for various reasons:
- You are a parent with a young child. You want to keep an eye on them when they are away from home.
- You are an employer with a problem employee who leaves the site during working hours.
The question is, is there a way to search for a cell phone number and find its precise location? The technology for this exists, but it is not available to everyone. It would cause a major crisis if it did.
There is however a workaround you can try - Spyic, a popular cell phone tracker.
Part 2: How to find current location by free phone number?
Spyic allows you to quickly find someone's location by cell phone number. This well-known application is used all over the world and has more than one million users.
With Spyic, you can track target Android and iOS devices from your web browser. The app is quick to install and easy to use.
2.1 How Spyic can locate any phone
The iOS version of Spyic is a web application. It does not require any software download or installation. This means that you can track any iPhone remotely, even if you don't have physical access to it. Spyic works with iCloud backup on the target device.
For Android devices, you only need to install Spyic on the device once. Then you will never have to touch the device again. You receive location updates on your web dashboard, which you access remotely from any web browser.
Spyic, in addition to tracking the phone or tablet, can also track the phone number used in the device, via the SIM card.
2.2 How to locate any phone with Spyic
You can install Spyic in minutes using your mobile phone or PC. It is a simple process and does not require any technical skills. Once the app is operational, you will be able to locate the cell phone remotely.
If you want to locate an iPhone or iPad, you don't need physical access to the device. You need the iCloud credentials of the account linked to the device.
If you are trying to locate an Android phone, you will need to download and install a small app on the device.
Follow these steps to track the location of a cell phone:
Step 1: Sign up for a free Spyic account. You will need to use your email id as the username.
Step 2: Choose a monthly Spyic subscription. You can track a single device for a month with the Premium plan. If you want to locate multiple devices, you will need the Family plan.
Step 3: You will receive the setup instructions by email. Launch the setup wizard and first select the target platform, which is the operating system used on the device. There are two choices: iOS and Android.
You can install Spyic on iPhone and iPad remotely. Enter the iCloud username and password for the account linked to the device. Then wait a few minutes until Spyic syncs with it.
Install Spyic on Android? Download the app to the target device and follow the on-screen instructions. The setup only takes 5 minutes.
Step 4: Congratulations! You can now locate the cell phone from your web browser. It's quick and easy. Log in to the dashboard to start tracking the cell phone.
The dashboard gives you an overview of what is happening on the device. The localization functions are in the selection menu. Look for the "Location", "SIM card" or "Geofence" options.
Part 3: Locate any phone with number in real time
Spyic uses built-in GPS, WiFi and SIM card to track the phone. It also tracks the phone number through the SIM card.
You can view the phone's location from your web browser:
- View Current Location: You can track the phone in real time on a map from your web browser. You can set the location update frequency to your liking. You receive updates every time the phone enters a new location.
- Check Addresses: Spyic shows you the exact address of any location the user was in recently. You can check house numbers, street names, neighborhoods and city details.
- Go to Google Maps: The app integrates with Google Maps, so you can use the Google Maps features you like the most. With Google 3D Street View, for example, you can take a close look at any location.
- View Location Log: The location log tracks phone movements over a period of several weeks. It is a good way to automatically track the device. You get time and date entries and geographic coordinates of locations.
There are two other features to mention:
- Geofencing: you can set up a geofence around any location on a map. When the phone enters or leaves this location, you will receive an email notification.
- Phone Number Tracking: The phone number tracking option tracks the phone number through the SIM card. You can view the device movements on a card and you will receive a notification if the phone user changes their SIM card.
3.1 What is good and not so good about Spyic?
Good
a. Spyic is private and trustworthy
Spyic is a private solution. Your personal information is never recorded or stored remotely if you use the app. They are also not shared with device developers. Your privacy and security are assured.
In addition, Spyic is a trustworthy solution. Over one million people in over 190 countries use the app. It is verified by the user and works efficiently.
b. The app doesn't need root or jailbreak
Unlike other similar solutions, Spyic does not require you to root or jailbreak the target device. Rooting and jailbreaking takes time and can lead to data loss or malware. They also void the device warranty.
vs. It's user-friendly
Spyic is a user-friendly solution. You can easily access it anytime, even when you're on the go, via your smartphone. You restart the regular updates. The user interface of the app is also well designed and intuitive. You can uninstall Spyic remotely.
Some limitations
a. It's a paying app
You will need to pay a monthly fee to use Spyic. It doesn't cost much and you can track a single device for a month for the asking price. They offer a group discount if you follow multiple devices.
b. The target device must connect to the internet
Spyic will only show you location updates when the target device is connected to the internet. If the data connection is disabled or there is interference, you cannot track the device. It is a limitation of all cell phone trackers.
3.2 What other features does Spyic offer?
- The app supports stealth location tracking
Spyic supports stealth location tracking, which means that the user of the device won't know that you are tracking their phone unless you want to. This stealth mode works on both Android and iOS.
If you are tracking an Android device, you can hide the app after installation is complete. The app will then run in the background without draining the phone's battery. It's small and doesn't have an app icon. This makes it a hidden solution.
If you're following an iPhone or iPad, the user won't know you're there. Spyic for iOS is a web-based solution and does not require any software installation. As such, it cannot be detected.
- The app offers other phone tracking features
Spyic can give you access to other phone features besides the location of the device. You can track social media apps, web browser history, call logs, contacts, and even usernames and passwords with the keylogger. There are over 12 powerful features.
Conclusion
The only way to track the location of a cell phone with the number is to use Spyic, as a workaround. The other options, such as a reverse phone lookup service to find the phone number for free, do not work well and do not offer real-time tracking.
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