Most messaging apps are designed for conversations. WheresNow Family is designed for conversations and safety. Every Circle includes a private group chat that keeps family communication organised — right alongside location sharing.
What the Circle Chat Does
The Circle chat allows all members to communicate in one place. Messages are visible to everyone inside the Circle, so nothing gets missed and there are no separate threads to manage.
Why Use Circle Chat?
Families often switch between multiple apps — one for messaging, another for tracking locations. WheresNow combines both features into a single platform.
With Circle chat, you can:
- Chat with family members — all in one private space.
- Discuss travel plans — coordinate before you leave, not after.
- Arrange pickups and drop-offs — no more back-and-forth texts.
- Share updates — let everyone know you have arrived safely.
- Respond to SOS alerts — reply directly when someone needs help.
Connected to Location Sharing
The biggest advantage of Circle chat is that it works alongside location sharing. Instead of switching between a maps app and a messaging app, everything stays inside one experience. See where your family is, then send a message — without leaving the app.
This matters most in time-sensitive moments. When an SOS alert comes through, Circle members can respond immediately in the same space where they can already see the person's location.
What Every Member Can Do
Every Circle member has access to the same chat features:
- Send messages — all members can send messages inside the Circle.
- Read messages — everyone can view conversations shared in the Circle.
- Receive notifications — members are notified about new messages.
- Stay updated in real time — keep up with family conversations instantly.
Every member of a Circle has equal access to the chat — there are no read-only members or admin-only announcements. Communication inside a Circle is shared and transparent.
Next Steps
Download WheresNow, join a Circle, and start communicating with your family in one secure place.
