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Life & fun · July 10, 2018

LynQ - The People Compass

Real time location tracking even when phones fail

LynQ - The People Compass launched on July 10, 2018 with 124 votes, #242 of 2,673 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.

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What it does

LynQ helps you find your friends/family/pets instantly - NO phones, cell service, networks, subscriptions or even maps required! Long-range location tracking that’s dead simple. Find people in crowds, remote areas, at festivals, or skiing, anywhere under open sky. * No Monthly Fees, Phones or ANY Connectivity * Works Globally * Private & Secure

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