By default, numerous iOS apps request permission for precise location tracking upon initial launch, often slipping our minds regarding the number and specifics of the apps granted access. This guide elucidates the process of disabling precise location tracking on your iPhone.
When confronted with the location tracking dialog upon launching an app for the first time, you are presented with three primary options: "Allow Once," "Allow While Using App," and "Don't Allow." It is worth noting that in the top left corner of the dialog, there is a button labeled "Precise: On." This button allows you to choose whether to retain the default setting of enabling precise tracking or switch to using your approximate location.
The disparity between the two options lies in their level of accuracy. Precise tracking can pinpoint your location down to a specific house or building, with a precision of a few feet, while the approximate iPhone location reveals only the general city you are in, with an accuracy within a few miles.
Apple describes this distinction as follows: "Allows apps to use your specific location. With this setting off, apps can only determine your approximate location."
Disabling Precise Location Tracking for Apps on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide Please note: Certain apps may not function correctly without the precise location tracking feature enabled.
Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.
Scroll down and select Privacy & Security.
Tap on Location Services at the top.
Pick an app from the list to check if it is utilizing your precise location.
Locate the toggle switch adjacent to Precise Location at the bottom and tap on it to disable the feature.
Important Reminder: Disabling precise tracking does not completely prevent apps from tracking your location; it simply provides them with an approximate location. If you wish to completely deactivate tracking for a specific app, select "Never" at the top.
Moreover, if you intend to disable tracking for all apps universally, you will need to toggle off the main switch for Location Services.
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