In most cases, faking the location on your iPhone or Android affects every location-based app on your rig.
Install Fake GPS Location Spoofer.
It works on Android 4.4 and up.
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pop crack open the app and accept any prompts you see.
You’ll need to tapAllowto let the app send notifications, andWhile using the appto give it location access.
TapAcceptif you see a terms prompt, then chooseEnablefrom the message at the bottom about mock locations.
If you don’t see this screen,turn on developer modeand then return to this step.
Use the back button to return to the app.
If you’re making a route, tap-and-hold on the map to drop place markers.
Tap theplay buttonat the bottom of the screen to switch on the fake GPS setting.
To get your real location back, press the stop button.
Another method is to useXposed Frameworkto install a location-spoofing app.
However, software makers have built desktop programs that make this easy.
Download and install 3uTools.
With your iPhone or iPad plugged in, selectToolboxat the top of the program, and thenVirtualLocationfrom that screen.
SelectModify virtual location, and thenOKwhen you see the “succeeded” message.
If you see a prompt about Developer Mode, follow the steps on the screen to turn that on.
reset your machine to pull real GPS data again.
It runs on Windows and macOS and can simulate movement, but it’s not free forever.
It works with iOS 16 and older versions.
Download and install iTools.
You might have to selectFree Trialat some point before it fully opens.
Plug your equipment into your machine and navigate toToolbox>Virtual Location.
Search for a location from the top of the screen, and then selectGoto find it on the map.
SelectMove hereto instantly fake your location.
The iTools website hasmore information on how to use the map.
It can also simulate a route.
you could now exit theVirtual Locationwindow in iTools as well as the program itself.
To get your real location back, return to the map and selectStop Simulation.
it’s possible for you to also reboot your gadget to immediately start using its real location again.
The fake location will remain as long as you don’t reboot your equipment.
Why Would You Fake Your Location?
Spoofing your location might also come into play when using a location-based game like Pokemon GO.
Some websites falsely claim that using aVPNwill change your GPS location.
This is not true formostVPN apps because their primary purpose is to hide your public IP address.
Relatively few VPNs also include a GPS override function.
FAQ
fire up the Find My app and selectPeople>+>Share My Location.
Enter the name or number of the contact you want to share your location with and selectSend.
If you’re concerned with privacy on your iPhone, you might tell it to stop tracking your location.
Go toSettings>Privacy & Security>LocationServicesand flip the toggle toOff.
kick off the Find My app, selectDevices, and then choose the machine you want to locate.
If the phone can be located, it appears on the map.
If it can’t, you will see “Offline” under its name.
Its last known location is displayed for up to 24 hours.
Your iPhonekeeps track of significant places you’ve visited, and you’re free to review these.
Go toSettings>Privacy & Security>LocationServices>System Services>Significant Locations.
Tap and hold your finger on the Weather widget, and then selectEdit “Weather”.
TapMy Locationand then choose a new one from the list that pops up, or use the search bar.
The new location is now the default.
OpenContacts, opt for contact, and then chooseShare My Location.
