iPhone users are increasingly concerned about privacy, especially when it comes to location tracking. Many are unaware that their devices have built-in features that monitor their movements for convenience rather than privacy invasion. These features can leave a digital footprint that users might not be comfortable with. Here are three iPhone features that track your location and how to adjust them for better privacy.
Firstly, the Significant Locations feature logs the places you visit frequently to enhance Apple’s services, such as Maps and traffic updates. This feature can be disabled by navigating to Settings, Privacy & Security, Location Services, System Services, and then toggling off Significant Locations.
Secondly, the Find My Network helps locate Apple devices even when they’re offline or turned off by using an encrypted network to detect Bluetooth signals. While useful for finding lost items, it raises privacy concerns. To disable it, go to Settings, Apple ID, Find My, Find My iPhone, and then Find My network.
Lastly, Location-Based Ads & Suggestions personalize the content you see based on your current location, offering nearby restaurant suggestions or local app recommendations. For more privacy, this can be turned off by going to Settings, Privacy & Security, Location Services, and then System Services.
