Dutch parents increasingly rely on digital devices to follow their children's locations daily. A recent study highlights two-thirds of families using tracking technology for safety.
Tools like smartphones, watches, and separate trackers are commonly chosen by parents.
Security concerns rank highest as the reason for closely following children’s whereabouts. Find My and Life360 apps see widespread use among elementary and middle schoolers.
Some parents check locations frequently, while most only during unusual circumstances or emergencies. Experts warn that constant monitoring could undermine independence and affect children’s autonomy.