If someone blocks you, can you still see their location — Safety checklist if you’re worried

Short answer: Blocking someone in a chat or on social media does not automatically stop all ways they (or others) might see or share your location. System location services, family-sharing features, and some third-party tools can operate independently of chat blocks. If you’re worried, run this checklist now.

How it works (in one line)

A block in WhatsApp/Instagram/phone apps stops direct messaging, but location sharing may still be active via system features (Find My, Google Maps), family/group sharing, or third-party services that request location by SMS or link — for example services like GEOfinder.

Immediate 10-step safety checklist (do these in order)

1. Check system Location Sharing
   
   • iPhone: Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services. Also open Find My → People and stop sharing with anyone you don’t trust.
     
   • Android: Settings → Location → App permissions; open Google Maps → Location sharing and revoke access.
     
2. Inspect Family / Shared Accounts
   
   • Apple Family Sharing: Settings → [your name] → Family Sharing — remove anyone who shouldn’t see you.
     
   • Google Family / Shared devices: Check your Google account devices and family group settings.
     
3. Stop live location in messengers
   
   • In WhatsApp, Messenger, Snapchat, etc., cancel any active “Live Location” or shared location sessions.
     
4. Ignore suspicious links or SMS requests
   
   • Don’t click links that ask you to “share location” or “allow tracking.” These can be phishing or location-request services.
     
5. If you get a GEOfinder (or similar) request — decline
   
   • Services like GEOfinder often work by sending a one-time request that the phoneowner must accept. Do not accept requests from unknown senders; block and delete them.
     
6. Revoke app permissions
   
   • Go through installed apps and turn off Location, SMS, or Accessibility permissions for anything you don’t recognize or no longer use.
     
7. Scan for spyware / unwanted apps
   
   • Run a reputable mobile security scan (especially on Android). Look for device-admin apps or apps you didn’t install.
     
8. Change passwords & enable 2FA
   
   • Reset passwords for Apple ID, Google Account, email, social apps. Turn on two-factor authentication everywhere.
     
9. Sign out and remove unknown devices
   
   • From Apple ID / Google Account dashboards, sign out suspicious sessions and remove unknown devices.
     
10. Document and escalate if you feel threatened
    
    • Save screenshots, messages, timestamps. If you’re being stalked or harassed, contact local law enforcement and your mobile carrier (they can block SIMs or advise on tracking).
      

Extra practical tips

• Temporarily disable Bluetooth and auto-connect Wi-Fi to reduce local tracking vectors.
  
• If you find a suspicious app you can’t remove, back up your important data and perform a factory reset.
  
• Enable device encryption and a strong passcode.
  
• Consider changing your phone number if harassment is persistent.