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To help pet parents prepare for arguably the most stressful day for American pets, Life360's first-ever Runaway Report reveals important insights to keep in mind and tips for creating a calming atmosphere amid the celebrations.

Life360's Subscription Tracker gives families a complete view of every recurring charge across their Circle — automatically. No spreadsheets, no manual tracking. Just clear visibility into what you're spending, alerts when prices change, duplicate flagging, and cancellation reminders so renewals never sneak up on you. It's built for families, works across multiple people and accounts, and it's completely free.

No parent wants to find out their kid was in an accident from a missed call. Life360 crash detection means you don't have to. Using your phone's motion sensors, it automatically detects collisions over 25 mph, alerts your Circle instantly, and — on Gold or Platinum plans — dispatches emergency services without anyone having to make a call. This article breaks down exactly how it works, what each plan covers, and real stories from families who needed it. Set it up once, and hope you never need it.

At a time when traditional family structures can feel less accessible or misaligned with the lifestyles of younger generations, pet parenthood has become a primary way for people to build connection, routine, and a sense of home.

Short answer: yes, Life360 works without WiFi — as long as you have cellular data. The app uses a mix of GPS and network connectivity to keep your family's locations updated in real time. No WiFi? No problem. No data and no WiFi? That's when updates pause until you're connected again. This article breaks down exactly how it works, what to expect in airplane mode, and how to get the most out of Life360 wherever you are.

Tile just launched four new earth tone colors—Seaglass, Clay, Slate, and Blush—designed to blend into your everyday life as naturally as they track your stuff. Inspired by the natural world, the new shades are calm, considered, and available now in Tile and Tile Slim through the Life360 app.

Location sharing used to be all-or-nothing — and that gap is exactly where stress lives. Life360's new temporary location sharing lets you send a live location link to anyone, on any device, with a timer you control and access that disappears automatically when it's done. No app download required, no awkward can you remove me now conversations — just the right amount of sharing, for exactly as long as you need it.

Starting college can be both exciting and overwhelming. For many freshmen, it is a first step into experiencing real independence and it’s normal to want to establish a new circle of trust so you feel safe and connected as they navigate this next chapter. Here's how the Life360 app and Tile devices they already use with their families can be easily transferred into campus safety tools.

Life360 is extending family safety to pets with the new Life360 Pet GPS — designed to keep every member of your family connected and protected. With real-time tracking, Smart Alerts, and built-in tools to bring your pet home faster. It’s not just another tracker — it’s designed to work within your family’s Life360 account. Because your pet’s safety is family safety.

Life360 data reveals how families are adapting to rising costs, with discount grocery visits climbing amid inflation and job uncertainty.

Schools everywhere are cleaning house on their messy stockpiles of lost items—and Life360 turned that frustration into street theater. The Loser monster, built from backpacks, water bottles, and sweaters, is popping up to prank families while raising awareness about the real costs of back-to-school. With parents spending hundreds each year on replacements and juggling 10 hours a week of scheduling, the Loser is a reminder that Life360 helps you keep track of what matters most.