Using the Settings app, you can disable location for your account and apps, or you can also turn off location tracking per applications. However, if you want to stop Cortana from knowing your location, you’ll need to disable the feature entirely. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to stop Windows 10 and apps from tracking your location on your device.
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How to disable location for Windows 10 and apps using Settings
To disable location tracking on Windows 10, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, location will be disabled completely on the device. Disable location tracking on Windows 10
How to disable location for apps using Settings
If you prefer to turn off the feature on apps, you need to turn off location for all or each application.
Disabling location for all apps
To prevent apps from accessing your current location, use these steps:
Disabling location per app
To disable location per app, use these steps: Disable location tracking for all apps on Windows 10 After you complete the steps, the apps you specified will no longer be able to access your precise location all the time. Stop individual apps from tracking location on Windows 10
How to clear location history using Settings
If you disable the feature, the location history will continue to be store on your device. While this information will eventually be deleted automatically, you can delete it manually. To delete location history on Windows 10, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the history of your locations will be deleted from your device. Clear location history on Windows 10
These steps will only disable tracking on your account. If you share your device with other people, they must also turn off this option in their accounts. Update October 18, 2019: This guide was originally published in August 2017, and it’s been revised for the latest version of Windows 10. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
