[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Software

location services

System features that determine a device's location.

Also known as: location access

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Location services use GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular data to determine where a device is, powering maps and many app features.

See GPS L5.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is location services?

System features that determine a device's location.

What terms are related to location services?

Related Software terms include app permissions, privacy dashboard.

Related Technical Terms

app permissions
The access rights an app requests, such as camera or location. Software
privacy dashboard
A screen summarising which apps accessed sensitive data and when. Software
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