How to Limit Location Access on Android

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the system settings

   Unlock your device and locate the Settings app on your home screen or within the app drawer. Tap the gear icon to launch the main system configuration menu.

2. 30 sec

   Access the location privacy dashboard

   Scroll down the Settings menu until you find Location. Tap this entry to view your current location services and recent access requests.

3. 1 min

   View per-app permissions

   Tap on App location permissions. This displays a list of every application currently installed on your device, categorized by their access levels.

4. 30 sec

   Modify specific app access

   Tap the specific app you wish to restrict. A permission window will appear displaying access options ranging from Allow all the time to Don't allow.

   Note: Select 'Ask every time' to grant access only when the app is actively in use.
5. 30 sec

   Restrict precise location data

   Look for the Use precise location toggle within the same app permission menu. Switch this off if the app only requires a general location for its basic functionality.

   Note: Using approximate location improves battery efficiency and increases user anonymity.