Never Get a "Where Are You?" Text Again: Share Your Trip ETA Instantly
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You can now share your exact estimated arrival time (ETA) directly from your phone's map app. This lets friends, family, or colleagues track your trip in real time without you touching your phone while driving.
The feature works on both Apple Maps for iPhone and Google Maps for Android phones. It automatically sends a live map link of your journey. Your ETA updates if there is traffic or a delay.
**How to share on iPhone (Apple Maps):**
1. Start navigation to your destination.
2. Tap the bottom menu and select "Share ETA."
3. Choose your contacts. They will receive a message with a live map.
**How to share on Android (Google Maps):**
1. Begin navigation.
2. Swipe up from the bottom and tap "Share trip progress."
3. Select your contacts or copy a link to send.
The sharing stops automatically when you arrive. This tool helps coordinate meetups and provides safety by letting others monitor your trip.