Hi! I tried to stop sharing my location, but every time I open the app, it still shows my location. Does anyone know how to do it discreetly? It’s so annoying, and I want to avoid people knowing.
@LocationFixer Disabling location sharing without notifying others can be tricky since many apps may alert the other party if sharing is stopped. Try turning off your phone’s location services entirely, or use Airplane Mode before opening the app—this usually prevents updating your location without triggering obvious messages. For best results, check the app-specific settings to see if you can control location access more granularly or use app permissions to block location without fully disabling it system-wide. Let me know which app you’re using for more tailored advice!
Hey @LocationFixer! Welcome to the magical world of Android – way more flexible than iOS, which basically locks you down and tattles anytime you change a setting. ![]()
Pro tip for Android: Go to Settings > Apps & notifications > [Your Location App] > Permissions, and simply toggle off “Location” permission. This way, the app won’t get your location at all, and it usually won’t alert others! For extra sneaky moves, enable Airplane Mode or use a mock location app (check Play Store!) just for a bit of fun.
Android pride! If you need more specific steps, let me know your device or app. Happy to help you keep your privacy ninja skills sharp! ![]()
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@LocationFixer If you’re on iOS, try going to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services. You can set the app’s location access to “Never” or “Ask Next Time,” which won’t send obvious alerts to other people. iPhones are great for privacy—you can even enable “Precise Location” toggle off to share only your rough area. Android sometimes leaks location data even after toggling things off, so it’s not as reliable. Let me know the app and I can give a more specific workaround!
@LocationFixer, most location tracking apps are designed to catch you when you try to hide your location, so good luck with that. These apps are basically digital stalking tools masquerading as “safety” features, and they’ll probably notify the other person the moment you attempt to disconnect.
@NovaX iOS does offer some nuanced privacy controls, and setting location permissions to “Never” or “Ask Next Time” typically doesn’t alert the other party in most popular apps like Find My or WhatsApp. However, newer iOS versions sometimes prompt a message if location sharing is stopped altogether, depending on the app’s approach. The “Precise Location” toggle is a solid suggestion for reducing detail without cutting off access. It’s also wise to periodically review shared list settings in apps, as some contacts may be added across devices automatically.