How to Track a Cell Phone Location Without Installing Software

*** This post was updated on: October 2, 2022 ***

Learning how to track someone’s cell phone is actually much easier than it should be.

In this article I’ll show you a couple ways to track a cell phone’s location without installing software on the target device.

I’m not proud to admit it, but because of some suspicious behavior, I needed to track someone’s cell phone location.

The fact is, sometimes you just need to protect yourself or your family.

After doing quite a bit of research and testing I’ve found two reliable ways to track a phone without the user knowing

Here what I found…

How to Track a Cell Phone’s Location Without Installing Software

It’s actually very easy to track a cell phone’s location without installing software or an app on the target device. 

The tracking solution you need depends on the type of phone you need to track. Below I show you how to get started on both Android and iOS phones.

How to Track an Android Phone Without Installing Software

Tracking an Android phone without access to the phone is quite easy. All you need is the number of the device you want to track.

Then you can use a location tracking service such as Geofinder.mobi to track an Android without installing software on the target device. Click here to try Geofinder.mobi.

Here are some of the basics of what they offer.

Geofinder.mobi Features:

• no installation -all you need is their number
• see their current location – instant access to their GPS location
• limited access – can’t see calls, texts, social media messages etc.

Click Here to Try Geofinder.mobi

If you want to see more than just the physical location of their phone you will need to install monitoring software on the target Android device.

But Localize DOES NOT require physical access to the Android.

Android Phone Monitoring Software

If you DO have access to the target user’s device, you have second option for tracking them.

Android monitoring software will allow you to track the phone’s location history, sent and received SMS messages, phone logs, contacts, and web browser history, and some social media and instant messaging chats. You can learn more about my favorite Android monitoring software here.

What will you need to get started?

Other than having the phone in your hand, the only piece of information you’ll need is the passcode of the device itself.

Once you’ve got the phone unlocked you simply download and install the the cell phone tracker app.  Then follow instructions that come with it.

Track and Monitor an Android Device with uMobix

My favorite app for monitoring Android devices is uMobix.

There are lots of Android surveillance apps out there. And all of them, including uMobix require physical access to the device.

But the uMobix app offers more tracking features than any other app without having to root the target device.

You’ll be able to see the phones GPS location as well as a complete history of everywhere the phone has been.  

You’ll also be able to read SMS, Instagram, Facebook, Viber, Whatsapp, and Snapchat messages from your control panel. No other app currently matches these capabilities on Android.

uMobix is my favorite solution for tracking the GPS location of someone’s Android phone.

Android Tracking FAQs

Is Rooting Required?

It is not necessary to root an Android to see it’s location using spyware. Only more advanced monitoring such as viewing Snapchat, Tinder, and other chat apps require rooting the device.

Can You Track an Android Phone Using Just Their Number?

You can track an Android using a service like Localize. This service uses triangulation to locate the exact GPS coordinates of the mobile phone.

How to Track an iPhone Without Installing Software

Apple’s claims to have the most secure phones on the market, but it’s very easy to track an iPhone without installing any software on the target phone.

How is this possible?

There are several options. Let’s take a look at the easiest methods of tracking an iPhone.

iPhone Tracking Software (No Installation Required)

iPhone tracking software (also called iOS spy apps or spyware) use the target user’s iCloud account to access their GPS location data . These apps download all this data to a server where you can then view it through an online interface. This process does NOT require downloading an app on the target iPhone. It can also be performed WITHOUT access to the iPhone.

All you need to get started is the user’s login information for their iCloud account. Basically this is their Apple ID and password.

This means that you can secretly track someone’s iPhone without the risk of getting caught.

Many apps also allow you to monitor other information like phone call logs, contacts, SMS text messages, web browser history and more.

Some of the more advanced cell phone spy apps will also allow you to monitor social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, and Line.

Track an iPhone Without iCloud Information

What if you don’t have the persons Apple ID and password? You can still track an iPhone without the iCloud information of the user.

The first option is to jailbreak the phone and install a tracking app onto the device itself. This will give you access to nearly everything on the phone. But jailbreaking is difficult, and it voids the warranty.

The second option is much easier.

Using Their Phone Number

To track an iPhone by number you’ll need to use a service like Geofinder.mobi. This service allows you to GPS track an iPhone whenever you like. It will show the phone’s current location as well as past location history.

In this post we show explore how to track someone’s location with phone number.

iPhone Tracking FAQs

Can iPhones Be Tracked Without the Other Person’s Knowledge?

It is possible to track an iPhone without the other person knowing by using an app or a location tracking service like Localize.

Location tracking services can give you the specific location of the device.  Spying apps offer location information and MUCH more.

How Can I track another iPhone from my iPhone?

Using software you can quickly and easily track someone’s iPhone from yours.  You can also use location sharing on Google Maps to see someone’s location.

How to Secretly Track an iPhone from an Android

You can use a spy app to secretly track an iPhone from an Android phone. Once you have setup the app you can login to the control panel from your Android device.

Can I track my husband’s iPhone?

It is possible to track your spouse’s iPhone using a spy app, Google maps, or a location tracking service.  Before doing this you should understand the laws involved.

Phone Tracking FAQs

Here are some of the most common questions we get about tracking a phone without using an app or installing software.

Track Someone’s Cell Phone Without Access

The easiest way to track someone without installing software is to use a phone locator app.

The only reliable solution I’ve found for this is called Geofinder.mobi. 

This method does not provide as much information as using software or an app. However, it works with ANY type of phone including Androids and iPhone.

Here’s how it works:

1. Go to Geofinder.mobi and enter the number of the cell phone you want to track
2. Their system will determine if they can find it’s current location
3. You will then be asked to create an account and choose your subscription
4. Once you’ve paid, you will be able to see the EXACT location of the device

Can I Secretly Track My Child’s Phone?

As a parent there are few things more terrifying than not knowing how your child is using their phone. 

In this article we show you how to track your child’s phone without them knowing.

Do I Need the Users Permission to Track Their Phone?

Some cell phone monitoring apps do not require permission.  Tracking an iOS device can be accomplished if you know the login and password information of the user’s iCloud account.

Androids don’t require permission, but you will need physical access to the phone.

Will Tracking Apps Work if Location Sharing is Disabled?

If you are tracking someone using a native app like Find My Friends or Google Maps, it is very easy for the user to stop sharing their location without you being notified.

Can I Track My Spouse’s Phone?

It is possible to track your spouse’s phone with either of the methods listed above.  In this article we show you how to easily track the location of your husband’s phone.

In this article we show you how to track the location of your wife’s phone. 

How Does Smartphone Tracking Work?

Smartphone tracking works by looking using the GPS location of the phone.  This data is pulled from the cellular network the cell service provider.  Some methods require software and others only require the number.

Can I Use Google Maps to Track a Phone?

Google maps can be used to track a cell phone if the user has location sharing enabled. Check out this article to learn how to track a phone on Google maps without them knowing.