Are you tired of being tracked by the Life360 app on your iPhone? Maybe you’re trying to have some privacy or don’t want your family to know your every move. Whatever your reason, hiding the Life360 app is actually quite simple.
Step 1: Press and hold the Life360 app icon
Find the Life360 app on your iPhone and press and hold the icon until it starts shaking.
Step 2: Tap the “X” button
A small “X” button should appear on the top left corner of the Life360 app icon. Tap it to delete the app.
Step 3: Confirm deletion
A pop-up window will appear asking if you want to delete the app. Tap “Delete” to confirm.
Step 4: Hide the App Store purchase history
If you don’t want your family to know that you deleted the app, you can hide it from your App Store purchase history. Go to the App Store, tap your profile icon on the top right corner, and select “Purchased.” Find the Life360 app and swipe left, then tap “Hide.”
Step 5: Disable automatic app updates
To prevent the Life360 app from automatically re-installing, go to Settings, tap your name at the top, and select “iTunes & App Store.” Turn off the “App Updates” toggle.
Step 6: Use a third-party app to hide apps
If you don’t want to delete the Life360 app, you can use a third-party app like App Hider to hide it from your iPhone’s home screen. Simply download the app, select the Life360 app, and tap “Hide.”
FAQ
Can my family still see my location if I hide the Life360 app?
No, hiding the Life360 app means that you won’t be sharing your location with your family anymore. However, if you’re still using other location-sharing apps or services, your family might still be able to track you.
Can I still use the Life360 app after hiding it?
No, hiding the Life360 app means that you won’t be able to use it anymore. If you want to use the app again, you’ll have to unhide it or re-install it from the App Store.
Is it legal to hide the Life360 app?
Yes, it’s legal to hide or delete any app on your iPhone that you own.
Will deleting the Life360 app affect my family’s use of the app?
No, deleting the Life360 app only affects your own use of the app. Your family can still use the app to track each other.
What if my family asks why I deleted the Life360 app?
You can tell them that you simply didn’t want to use the app anymore, or that you needed more space on your iPhone. If you don’t want to lie, you can also explain that you value your privacy and don’t want to be tracked all the time.
Can I still receive alerts from my family if I hide the Life360 app?
No, hiding the Life360 app means that you won’t receive any alerts or notifications from the app.
Will hiding the Life360 app affect my iPhone’s performance?
No, hiding the Life360 app won’t have any impact on your iPhone’s performance.
What if I want to unhide the Life360 app later?
You can unhide the Life360 app by using the App Store purchase history method, or by using a third-party app like App Hider to unhide it.
Pros
Hiding or deleting the Life360 app can give you more privacy and control over your own location-sharing.
Tips
If you’re using a third-party app to hide the Life360 app, make sure to choose a reputable app that won’t compromise your iPhone’s security or privacy.
Summary
If you want to hide or delete the Life360 app on your iPhone, you can follow these simple steps: press and hold the app icon, tap the “X” button, confirm deletion, hide the app from your purchase history, disable automatic app updates, or use a third-party app to hide the app. Remember that hiding or deleting the app only affects your own use of the app, and you can still be tracked by other location-sharing apps or services.