Verizon Family Companion APK

Verizon Family Companion

Overview

• The Verizon Family Companion app is designed to help families stay connected, secure, and informed.

• It allows parents and children to communicate, share locations, and manage safety features in real time.

• While the app is specifically intended for minors or dependents within a Verizon Family account, it seamlessly integrates with the Verizon Family app used by parents or guardians.

Key Features and Functions

1. Location Sharing and Updates

• Dependents can view the location of Guardians, Members, or other Dependents when permission is granted.

• The app provides accurate and secure location tracking, ensuring family members can check each other’s whereabouts when needed.

• Guardians can receive notifications when dependents reach or leave specific destinations.

2. Check-ins and Pick-Me-Up Requests

• Dependents can send a Check-in, which instantly shares their current location with Guardians.

• A Pick-me-up Request feature enables a dependent to alert a Guardian when they need transportation, promoting convenience and safety.

3. Safety and Emergency Tools

• Safe Walk allows Guardians or Dependents to virtually accompany one another during travel, monitoring progress until arrival.

• In urgent situations, dependents can send an SOS alert to instantly notify Guardians of their exact location.

4. Driving Insights

• Dependents can review driving habits and performance, gaining awareness of safe driving practices.

• Guardians can view reports to promote responsible and careful behavior behind the wheel.

Parental Control and Security

The app employs both Accessibility and VPN services to support parental control tools.

• Accessibility services help monitor and control app activity, ensuring children’s devices remain compliant with family safety settings.

• VPN services protect privacy while enforcing parental restrictions by blocking access to inappropriate websites and preventing tampering with parental controls.

Together, these tools provide families with a balanced combination of safety, transparency, and independence.

FAQ

Q: How does location sharing work between Guardians and Dependents?

A: When a Dependent grants permission, the app shows a real‑time map that lets them see where a Guardian or another Dependent is located, and vice‑versa. The location data is encrypted and only shared within the family group, so you get accurate, private tracking without exposing the information to anyone outside the circle. You can also set up geofences—virtual boundaries around places like school or home—so that a Guardian gets a push notification any time a Dependent arrives at or leaves those spots.

Q: What happens when a Dependent sends a “Check‑in”?

A: A Check‑in is a one‑tap way for a Dependent to tell a Guardian, “I’m here, and here’s my exact location right now.” As soon as the Check‑in is sent, the Guardian receives a notification with a map link that opens in the app, confirming the Dependent’s whereabouts. It’s a quick, reliable method for kids to let parents know they’ve arrived safely.

Q: Can the app help a child request a ride?

A: Absolutely. The “Pick‑me‑up” feature lets a Dependent press a button when they need transportation. The request instantly pops up on the Guardian’s phone, showing the Dependent’s current location and a prompt to call, text, or navigate to the child. It’s a convenient way to coordinate rides without endless texting back and forth.

Version History

v8.87.17——13 Oct 2025

Install the Companion app on your kid’s phone to get Verizon Family features. Download the latest version of Verizon Family Companion to enjoy new features and updates immediately!

*8.87.17

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!

*8.87.17

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!

*8.83.14

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!