What is FriendMap?
A clutter-free location-sharing app to meet up with friends: - See friends' live locations - Share plans for easy meetups - Stay connected while traveling - Privacy-first: only trusted friends can see you
Problem
Users previously relied on fragmented solutions like messaging apps or default location services for coordinating meetups, leading to managing multiple apps for location sharing and event planning and privacy concerns with broad location sharing.
Solution
A mobile app enabling users to share live locations and event plans in one interface, with privacy controls limiting visibility to approved friends. Example: Create a 'Coffee Meetup' event with real-time location tracking.
Customers
Remote workers, travelers, and event planners aged 18-35 who frequently coordinate in-person gatherings and value privacy.
Unique Features
Combines location sharing with event creation tools, offers temporary location visibility windows, and enforces mutual consent for friend connections.
User Comments
Simplifies group meetups better than WhatsApp
Love the privacy controls for city living
Perfect for festival coordination
Uses minimal battery compared to alternatives
Needs calendar integration
Traction
Launched 3 months ago with 1.2k ProductHunt upvotes, 15k+ downloads (iOS/Android), featured in App Store 'New Social Apps' section, founder has 4.2k Twitter followers.
Market Size
The global location-based services market is projected to reach $318.52 billion by 2030 (Grand View Research), with social location sharing being the fastest-growing segment at 22.4% CAGR.
