The spookiest iPhone settings should be tweaked

All iPhone apps come with a specific set of permissions depending on what the app is used for.

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For example, Instagram asks for permission to access the camera and Photos app so it can take and post photos, while WhatsApp asks for access to the microphone to send voice notes.

Some apps require even more “precise” locations. Knowing exactly what they want from you is essential.

Some apps require even more “precise” locations. Knowing exactly what they want from you is essential.
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What is the difference between an exact location and an approximate location?

Apps within Apple devices have two different location options that may ask for permissions.one is your Approximate location, which just gives the app the general area you are in (eg Chicago). We may allow the app you use to find cool restaurants near you to access your approximate location so that we can provide you with relevant recommendations.

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Other location options that can be granted access are exact position, which is the exact address of where you are now. For example, apps like Uber require precise location information so that drivers can pick you up at the right place.

Some apps automatically start using your precise location without your knowledge. You should always maintain an app that makes this information readily available. Luckily, there are ways to adjust which apps can and cannot access your precise location.

Some apps automatically start using your precise location without your knowledge. You should always maintain an app that makes this information readily available.
(Kurt Knottson)

How do I turn off precise location?

Turning off precise location for specific apps is pretty easy as long as you follow these steps:

• your setting app
• scroll down and select Privacy and security

scroll down[プライバシーとプライバシー]Choose. Security.
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[位置情報サービス]Tap.
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• All apps on your phone that use location services will be listed. To see how much space your app can access, Click any app optionIn our example, we clicked on the Calendar app.

To see how much space your app can access,Click on the app option.
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• exact position It’s turned on for this particular app.switch off If you don’t want the app to have access to your precise location. You can also change when certain apps can access your location by choosing one of the three options above.

If you don’t want the app to access your precise location,[正確な位置情報]switch to .
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How do I know if it’s safe to use my precise location?

You can use your judgment when it comes to granting permissions to apps to your precise location. Ultimately, it’s just as trustworthy as the apps themselves. is not.

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Double-check all your apps and see which ones you’re okay with providing precise location information. It’s ultimately better not to share your exact location with too many apps, as what you provide is your personal data, but the decision is yours.

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