Colman Noctor: Should parents track or trust their teenagers?

I am concerned that constant tracking could limit their opportunities to develop crucial life skills

One of the main arguments supporting using trackers on teenagers’ phones is to ensure their safety

Using GPS tracker apps to monitor teenage children is a controversial topic. Some argue that tracking apps can enhance feelings of safety by allowing parents to monitor their child’s location in real time, while others are concerned that these apps infringe on teenagers’ privacy.

Tracking apps were in the news recently when the young children of Mike Tindall and Zara Phillips were photographed sporting Apple tag devices. However, it’s more common for parents to install tracking apps on older children’s smartphones.