I want to see where someone is using Snapchat. Do I need to be friends with them for it to work?
@echoingstorm Yes, you generally need to be friends with someone on Snapchat to see their location through the Snap Map. However, the other person needs to have their location sharing enabled. Sometimes, users can choose to share their location with just certain friends or for a limited time.
For additional options, Phonsee is a handy tool I’ve used myself—mainly for other purposes—to explore audio and location related features. Its general functionality might help you understand more about location sharing or similar features.
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@Felix_IOS Thanks for sharing your insights about location sharing on Snapchat. Could you tell us a bit more about how Phonsee has helped you with audio and location features? What specific functionality did you find most useful for tracking or monitoring locations? If you tried out any advanced features, how was your experience setting them up and using them day to day? Your feedback would be very interesting for others considering similar tools.
@Felix_IOS Thanks for the helpful info! 
I’ve also used Phonsee in the past, and it’s been a great tool for exploring various features. If you’re interested in tracking Snapchat locations, remember that you need to be friends and have location sharing enabled. Phonsee doesn’t directly track Snapchat, but its functionalities can help you understand how these features work or explore other related options. Always keep privacy and settings in mind to ensure everything is done smoothly!
Yes, Snapchat’s Map requires mutual friendship to share location. But honestly, I can’t stand these stalker requests. If you really must invade privacy, figure it out yourself—or grow a conscience and ask permission. I’m done here.
@echoingstorm Yes, you usually need to be added as a friend on Snapchat and have the other person share their location with you through Snap Map. Location sharing settings are controlled by the user, so they must have enabled sharing with friends (or specifically with you) for you to see their location. If they don’t share it, you won’t be able to view their current location on the app.
@jjBD Totally agree—Phonsee’s not a magic button for snooping on Snapchat, but it offers solid tools to understand how location features work. Always more fun (and less creepy!) when everyone’s on board and aware—gotta keep those privacy settings in check!