The Beeline operator offers its customers such a useful function as tracking a subscriber's location by phone number. It is needed, of course, not for spy games, but for purely practical purposes - to make sure that a child gets to school, and an elderly relative does not get lost on the way from the hospital. Yellow ones have two options at once, allowing you to find out the location of the subscriber you are interested in. Let's figure out how they differ.
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The Locator program allows you to find relatives if they are not where they should be and provide them with timely assistance. You can track the coordinates of friends or acquaintances, provided that they do not object or ask for it.
Key Features
Anyone who uses this service receives information about the location of the surveillance object on a smartphone, tablet or computer. Using a push-button telephone, you can get a list of coordinates that need to be linked to a map of the area on the special Beeline website.
The error in determining the location can be 100-200 m, depending on the density of the network of base stations (outside the city - up to 1 km).
When determining the subscriber's location, cellular base stations are identified that have the highest signal level from the wanted person's mobile phone. Next, approximate coordinates are calculated.
You need to install the “Bug” program on the controlled smartphone or tablet. It can be downloaded from Google Play Market or AppStore. This program allows you to use the GPS module of a controlled phone to determine coordinates.
The error becomes minimal (units of meters). This is an extremely useful feature for those who are afraid of their loved ones being kidnapped for criminal purposes.
The Locator program works only in Russia. You can monitor the location of Beeline, MTS, Megafon and Tele 2 subscribers. The phone of the person being monitored must be turned on. You can control up to 5 objects. The interval between requests is at least 5 minutes.
How to find out where a Beeline subscriber is located
There are several ways to find out the location of a Beeline subscriber. The choice depends on who you want to find - a loved one, a child or an employee. For example, the search from Beeline “Locator” can find not only other subscribers, but also the owner of the SIM card, and also search and show nearby establishments (cafes, restaurants, cinemas, shopping centers) on the map. The mobile operator provides all this for 7 rubles/day, and also offers 7 days of free use of the service. This search option is available on all tariff plans.
How to track a child using a Beeline phone
“Parental Control” monitors the child’s online activities: every time an attempt is made to order a game, entertainment, or information, the parent receives an SMS request for permission to the phone. The service of the same name, which limits the time a child can use the Internet, is no longer available. The new version costs 1 rub./day, and connection is free (*934*Parent's number# from the Child's mobile phone). It will not be possible to track where the child is. However, “Locator” and Beeline “Coordinates” cope with this task.
Terms of service
The main condition is the consent of the person being controlled. When the service is activated, he receives a surveillance message to which he must answer “yes” or “no.” This is done once. The personal account balance on phones should not be zero.
Price
For the first 7 days you can use the service for free. If the option is not disabled, renewal occurs automatically, after which 7 rubles will be charged. per day from the one who observes.
If the person being monitored leaves Russia, the service becomes unavailable, but money is still withdrawn from the observer’s account.
There is no separate fee for using the Bug program.
Service cost
Using the service is paid, but you can connect and disconnect the service free of charge, and you can find out the tariff conditions through your personal account.
Thus, upon connecting the application for the first time, the subscriber is automatically provided with a free period of use of two weeks.
This opportunity is of particular value for those clients who are not sure of the need for this service and can try all its functions during the grace period.
A fee of 1.7 rubles is charged daily from the accounts of active users of the service.
The nuances of connecting to the service
This service is not included in the tariff plans.
To connect you need:
- Call 0783.
- Send a call to 09853. When the answering machine offers the desired option, press the number 1.
- Send an empty SMS to 5166. The response message will contain a confirmation and a link to a mobile application for a smartphone (tablet), which must be downloaded and installed by the person who plans to control others.
- Call the duty operator at 0611.
Without the subscriber's consent
The use of a tracking service without the consent of the observed citizen is unacceptable (exception is a child). Technically, it is not difficult to independently perform the necessary manipulations on a phone that is forgotten on the table, but if you do this without the knowledge of the owner (an adult and sane), this will be contrary to the law. Unauthorized surveillance falls under the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (Article 138).
The person being spied on can go to the website of his cellular company, log in and see from which phone number he is being spied on. An alternative option is to call support and ask the appropriate question.
Detailed description of the service
The service is able to monitor the subscriber using the Beeline number. However, please note that the service does not work on mobile numbers of other operators. You can only track your phone if it is in working condition.
Otherwise, it will be impossible to implement the idea. The tracking process occurs through the provider's base stations. This service makes it possible to determine the location of subscribers; you can select up to 5 people.
Option control: person location detection
The numbers of subscribers to be monitored (up to 5) can be changed if necessary. To disable (enable) the program, use the “enable/disable” commands.
You can manage the service in various ways.
For this use:
- SMS;
- USSD requests;
- Latitude app;
- official site.
Via SMS
To find out where the observed phone is located, the message “where is xxx-xxx-xx-xx” is sent to number 5166. To clarify your location, send the text “where am I.”
Large objects nearby can be found by sending a “what’s nearby” message. In all cases, the response SMS will contain coordinates that are tied to the location on the map of the site locator.beeline.ru.
Determination of location.
USSD request
To activate the Locator service, send a request *566# - call. A dialog menu allows you to select phone numbers for monitoring.
Next, the message “where is xxx-xxx-xx-xx” (subscriber number) is sent. Within 5 minutes you receive a response SMS with coordinates that need to be linked on the map of the site locator.beeline.ru on your computer or laptop online. In an unfamiliar area, you can send a request “where am I” or “large objects nearby.”
Using SMS and USSD request, the same settings are achieved and the same functions are obtained as with other control options. But these methods take longer and are more complex.
Activation using USSD request.
Via the app
The Latitude app needs to be downloaded from Google Play Market or AppStore. It works with both Android versions from 4.0 and iOS from 8.0. A simple, intuitive menu makes work easy.
The location where the desired subscriber is located is indicated on the map on the device screen. The command “large objects nearby” shows the location of these objects on the map.
In the application, it is easy to change the service configuration, remove some numbers from control and set others.
On the official site
The website locator.beeline.ru has the same capabilities as the mobile application and is easy to use. On a large monitor screen you can see details much better, but you don’t always have a computer nearby.
How to connect and disconnect Beeline “Coordinates”?
There are several ways to connect to location tracking:
- Call number 0665. The line is responsible for this application, with the help of consultants you can connect the service.
- Write a message to 4770. The connection is made automatically immediately after permission from another Beeline user.
- Through the special Beeline Internet portal “Coordinates”. Portal email address: COORDINATES. BEELINE. RU. However, please note that you can carry out any operation on the site only after authorization. To register, enter your mobile phone in the “Login” field. To receive a personal password, send a message with the word “PASSWORD” to 4770.
You can also disable the service in several ways: via SMS (with the text “OFF”), by calling 4770 or using technical support on the application’s electronic portal.
Advantages and disadvantages of the service
Advantages:
- Beeline's Locator service allows you to track the location of relatives at risk: children, the elderly. You can control friends and acquaintances who are in danger.
- In an unfamiliar place, you can quickly determine your location and large objects nearby (in the absence of a navigator).
Flaws:
- You can control no more than 5 subscribers.
- The interval between requests cannot be less than 5 minutes.
- The accuracy of determining coordinates outside the city decreases (in the absence of a GPS module and the “Bug” program for the observed person).
- Paid service - 210 rubles. per month.
SMS commands
SMS commands for those searching:
| empty SMS | Service activation |
| "NAME" "NUMBER" | This command allows you to add subscribers to the list so that in the future you will be able to repeatedly receive their coordinates if the subscriber gives consent. NAME – must be in Russian or English, no more than 20 characters long. NUMBER – telephone number of the subscriber being added to the Beeline network. For example: Anna +7906123456 |
| "WHERE" "NAME" "WHERE" "NUMBER" | Request for coordinates of a subscriber previously added to the list. For example: WHERE Anna or WHERE +79061234567 |
| “DELETE” “NAME” “DELETE” “NUMBER” | Removing a subscriber from the list who agreed to receive coordinates The command allows you to remove a previously added subscriber from the list. For example: DELETE Anna or DELETE +79061234567 |
| "LIST" | Displays subscribers who have agreed to have their location displayed. |
| "OFF" | Disabling the service |
| "INFO" | Receive an SMS message with a list of all commands for the Beeline coordinates service |
| "PASSWORD" | If you have forgotten the password for the site, send this command and you will receive the password in a message |
SMS commands for those being tracked:
| "YES" | Permission to request to track you. |
| "NO" | Decline a request to track your location |
| "WHO" | Command to get a list of subscribers who can track your geo data |
| "STOP" "NUMBER" | To prevent a user who was previously given permission to track your location |
| "STOP" | Ban all subscribers from receiving your coordinates |
| "START" | Restoring the subscriber's location display |
| INFO | Get information about the service and key commands |
Comparison and Locator
- Beeline "Coordinates" is a simpler version. “Coordinates” allow you to determine the location of only the requested subscriber, and “Locator” helps you find nearby objects and navigate your own location.
- operates only within the network, but makes it possible to track the movements of subscribers of other telecom operators.
- The subscription fee for using “Locator” is 3 rubles per day, and you can use it for 1.7 rubles per day.
- A free week is provided to test both services.
- Both services require the consent of the controlled user to track his location.
"Bug"
In addition to the Locator, the company has developed the “Bug” application. With its service and characteristics, it completely repeats the first one. It was invented to interest children. Through it, you can also send a location request, as well as a free SMS, for example, to your mother, informing you that you have run out of money and need to top up your balance, or requesting a call.
What are the pros and cons of this service? First, in order to track someone, it is necessary that that someone agree to be tracked. That is, you will need the subscriber’s phone number from which you will send consent to the requests. But, on the other hand, this is also a plus. Because they won’t be able to follow you without your approval. Secondly, the search will not work if the user’s phone is turned off; this condition cannot be circumvented in any way, since everything here comes down to the physics of radio waves. Thirdly, requests can be sent no more often than every 5 minutes , otherwise it’s even useless, since base stations update their data only during this period of time.
"Beeline Coordinates"
The very first and simplest service for finding loved ones and determining their exact location. Each person can determine the location of up to 5 other subscribers.
Coordinates can be requested no more than once every 5 minutes. The error ranges from 250 meters to 1 km - it depends on cellular coverage and interference in the area where the desired subscriber is located.
Tracking occurs through signals from nearby Beeline base stations (towers) - the operator can determine which “cell” the subscriber is in at one time or another.
Useful service management commands:
- Connect - call number 665;
- Obtain the consent of relatives and friends to determine the location - SMS to number 4770 with the name and number of the person you are looking for. He must confirm the request. Tracking is carried out only with the consent of the subscriber;
- Location request - any SMS to number 770. For example, “where is 9051234567” or “where is Dad”;
- Disabling the service - the word Off to the number 4770.
For using the “Coordinates” service, a subscription fee of 1.7 rubles is charged. in a day. New users are given a free 7-day trial. If, after its expiration, you disable the service and then return to it again after some time, the subscription fee will be charged from the first day.
Some requests are carried out free of charge, within the daily limit. The option to determine coordinates is compatible with any tariff plans.
You can get more detailed information and connect to the service on a special website.
What is a “Bug” from Beeline?
Bug is a free application that works in conjunction with the Latitude service. It allows you to see the exact GPS coordinates of the person you are looking for. In this case, the person you are looking for must have both applications installed: “Locator” and “Bug”.
The “Bug” functionality allows you to send free SMS messages:
- I'm here - GPS coordinates will be indicated, which can then be entered, for example, into a navigator;
- “Top up my balance”;
- "Call me".
The “Bug” is installed automatically along with the “Locator” application on Android smartphones, and on iOS you need to separately search for the “Bug” application.
