Location Sharing with Family Member not working

My son is part of my Apple Family. I am the family organizer and set as his parent/guardian.


I accidentally removed myself from his iPad location sharing, and have not been able to add myself back. I've requested access, hit "share" in his "Find My..." and nothing will add me back. Help please?


Need to be able to find this thing in case he hides it or we accidentally leave it behind. Thank you.

Posted on Jun 12, 2026 1:22 PM

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Posted on Jun 12, 2026 5:54 PM

Your son will need to reapprove your Find My request. Even though you guys are family members, it will not auto approve.


Also, go to Settings > Screen Time > [your child's name] > Content and Privacy Restrictions > Location Services > Don't Allow Changes. Ensure on that same page all other pertinent settings are working, such as Location Services and Share My Location.

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Jun 12, 2026 5:54 PM in response to anniebanannie9

Your son will need to reapprove your Find My request. Even though you guys are family members, it will not auto approve.


Also, go to Settings > Screen Time > [your child's name] > Content and Privacy Restrictions > Location Services > Don't Allow Changes. Ensure on that same page all other pertinent settings are working, such as Location Services and Share My Location.

Location Sharing with Family Member not working

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