Locate friends instantly at crowded events, even without cell service. Uses Bluetooth and UWB for precise, real-time directional guidance. Offers private location sharing and group chat for seamless meetups.
1.16.0
October 19, 2026
1.16.0 — Answer a flare in one tap • When someone in your crew drops a flare, tapping the notification now opens it straight away so you can say you're on your way — or that you can't make it. The flare card in your crew chat does the same. • Finding your crew over Bluetooth is steadier at busy festivals, where hundreds of phones are nearby. • Fixed crashes on Android and iPhone, and fewer errors when the sign-in service is briefly busy.
MoreNo, Flock is ad-free. The app explicitly states 'No ads. No tracking. No location history.' and is free to use for its core finder functionality.
Flock uses Bluetooth LE for general finding and UWB precision on compatible iPhones for ~10cm accuracy with a live direction arrow. GPS is used for longer distances before handing off to Bluetooth.
Yes, Flock is designed to work without a cell signal. It primarily uses Bluetooth LE, which does not require network connectivity, making it ideal for areas with poor reception.
Flock has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children, with no significant content concerns.
Flock is private by design. Your real-time location is never stored on their servers; it is only shared with your chosen crew. The app is opt-in and you control when you share your location.
Flock is available on iPhone and iPod devices. It is optimized for these platforms to ensure the best performance for its location-finding features.
The latest version of Flock, 1.8.0, was last updated on July 2, 2026. This indicates a recent update and ongoing development for the application.
Flares are a feature in Flock that allow you to quickly ping your location and current vibe with a single tap. Examples include 'Lost', 'Bar time', 'At the rail', or 'Tent'.
