How to Enable Location Services on iPhone

iPhone Settings app open showing Privacy and Security section

If your maps, ride apps, or local weather aren’t finding your exact spot, Location Services may be switched off. I’ll show you how to turn on location tracking and manage app permissions in a few taps.

1. Open Settings

Tap the gray **Settings** gear icon on your iPhone home screen.

Open Location Services Menu

2. Open Privacy & Security

Scroll down past the general settings section and tap **Privacy & Security**.

Turn On Location Services Switch

3. Tap Location Services

At the very top of the screen, tap **Location Services**.

Select App Location Permission Level

4. Turn on the Master Switch

Tap the toggle next to **Location Services** so it turns **On** (green).

Turn On Precise Location Toggle

5. Adjust Individual App Permissions

Scroll down the list of apps and tap the app you want to use, such as **Maps** or **Weather**.

6. Enable While Using the App and Precise Location

Select **While Using the App**, and make sure the switch for **Precise Location** is turned **On** (green).

Helpful Tips

Turning on Precise Location helps navigation apps guide you turn-by-turn. For simple apps like weather, turning Precise Location off still provides accurate local forecasts while conserving battery life. For more smartphone guides, explore our iPhone Guides collection.

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