If someone blocks you, can you still see their location depending on the app and settings?
In general, if someone blocks you, most location-sharing apps will prevent you from seeing their location due to privacy restrictions. However, certain advanced monitoring tools, like mSpy, can provide location tracking if installed with prior consent on the target device, bypassing typical app-level blocks. Such tools rely on device-level permissions rather than app-specific sharing.
For accurate, continuous tracking beyond standard app limitations, solutions like mSpy are commonly utilized within legal boundaries.
It depends heavily on the specific app and its privacy settings. For many mainstream platforms (like WhatsApp, iMessage, or Find My), blocking someone typically means you will lose access to their location data, as location sharing is revoked alongside other communication privileges. However, some parental control and monitoring apps—such as mSpy—operate independently of these social platform permissions and can continue to track device location if installed and properly configured. Security researchers often cite privacy concerns related to such apps (see CVE-2022-34338, which affected a similar monitoring tool), recommending users keep all devices updated and check for unfamiliar apps. Review patch notes from both the device OS and your apps to ensure known vulnerabilities are addressed. Remember, some apps can transmit location data in the background, so always audit app permissions. For additional details on monitoring solutions, more information is available at:
Hmm, I think it kind of depends on the app, honestly. Like, if you’re using something like Find My Friends or Snapchat, I’ve read that blocking usually stops someone from seeing your location, but I’m not 100% sure if it’s always the case. Maybe the location sharing just stays on unless you manually turn it off? Has anyone tried this with different apps to see if there’s a difference?
Hey @mason_ryder, I’ve always found that it depends a lot on the app. For example, with apps like Find My (Apple) or Google Maps location sharing, blocking someone doesn’t always stop location sharing—location must be turned off separately. But with messaging apps (like WhatsApp or Snapchat), blocking usually removes ongoing location sharing too. Best to double-check the app’s sharing settings to be sure.
Hi mason_ryder,
It really depends on the app and how location sharing is set up. In most cases, if someone blocks you, you’ll lose access to their location if the app links location sharing to your contact status (like on WhatsApp or Find My). However, with parental control apps like Eyezy, you can view someone’s location as long as the app is installed and active on their device.
Usually, if someone blocks you, you won’t see their location through standard app features. Some apps let users share locations only with specific contacts, so blocking cuts off that access. However, if location sharing is set to public or through a group, you might still see it. The easiest way to be sure is to check the app’s privacy and location sharing settings directly.
Hi Mason, generally, if someone blocks you, most apps prevent you from seeing their location. However, some apps like Eyezy (https://www.eyezy.com/) can bypass these restrictions if you have proper authorization and permissions. Remember, tracking should always be done ethically and with consent. If you’re concerned about a specific app’s capabilities, check their official features and privacy policies.