From the North journal

Family safety, without the anxiety.

Essays on family presence, location sharing, and how to build trust without surveillance.

July 16, 2026philosophy
Why Life360 feels bad (it's not just you)
Life360 isn't evil, but its design rewards checking, scoring, and alarm. Here's why that makes families feel worse, and what calmer tracking looks like.
July 16, 2026guides
How to share location between iPhone and Android
Find My only works Apple-to-Apple. Here's how to share location between iPhone and Android for free using Google Maps, WhatsApp, or a family app.
July 16, 2026guides
Location sharing for couples, without the weird part
The best location sharing app for couples is symmetric, consent-based, and quiet. Here's how Apple Find My, Google Maps, and North compare for couples.
July 16, 2026comparisons
The best Life360 alternatives in 2026
Looking for Life360 alternatives? Compare Apple Find My, Google Maps, GeoZilla, and North on price, platforms, and privacy to find your best fit.
May 26, 2026philosophy
Why passive location beats constant check-ins
Most family location apps optimize for visibility. That makes families more anxious, not less. Here's why North is built around the opposite assumption.