Windows 11
- Open Settings: Click on the “Start” button, and then select the “Settings” gear icon. You can also press Win + I shortcut to open Settings directly.
- Go to Privacy & Security in the Settings menu from the left sidebar.
- Under App Permissions select Location in the Privacy & Security section.
- You should see a switch labeled “Location service.” Toggle it to the ON position.
Windows 10
- Open Settings: Click on the “Start” button, and then select the “Settings” gear icon. You can also press Win + I shortcut to open Settings directly.
- In the Settings menu, select “Privacy.”
- In the Privacy section, look for and click on “Location” in the left sidebar.
- You should see a switch labeled “Location.” Toggle it to the ON position.
Additional Settings (Both Windows 10 and 11)
- Individual App Permissions:
- Below the main toggle, you’ll see a list of apps. You can individually toggle the switch for each app to enable or disable location access.
- Below the main toggle, you’ll see a list of apps. You can individually toggle the switch for each app to enable or disable location access.
- Default Location:
- You can also set a default location for apps that request your location. This can be configured in the same Location settings section.
- Clear Location History:
- If you want to clear your location history, there is an option to do so in the Location settings.
- If you want to clear your location history, there is an option to do so in the Location settings.
After enabling Location Services, your computer will be able to use location information for various purposes, including apps and services that depend on your location. Keep in mind that some features, like “Find My Device,” may also require additional settings, as mentioned in the previous response.
