How to clear location history in Windows 11

Author: Iqbal | Guide: Windows 11 |

Whenever you go to a new location with your device. Then, it saves the location in its servers with the help of Google and GPS for further uses. But the condition is that the GPS should be turned off at that time.

GPS is the global positioning system that is present in every modern device. It is a default feature of Google. We recommend you clear the location history in Windows 11.

Because it takes an extra storage space unnecessarily in your device. It is a very short and simple process to clear location history in Windows 11.

Also, you can enable and use the clipboard in the history of Windows 11. It can be very beneficial and time-saving for you. Meanwhile, coming back to our topic, let's learn how to clear location history in Windows 11.

Delete Location History in Windows 11

Clear location history in Windows 11 in 5 Steps

Step-1 Open the 'Windows' menu: in the very first step of the process, you have to click on the 'Windows' icon on the screen. It is also known as the ‘Start’ button. It is present in the taskbar.

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Step-2 Open the 'Settings' app: Then you have to click on the ‘Settings’ option from the Windows menu. You can also open the Settings app by pressing the shortcut key on the keyboard 'Win+I'.

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Step-3 Click on 'Privacy and Security: Now, in settings, you have to go to the 'Privacy and Security section. It is in the left sidebar of the menu.

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Step-4 Click on 'Location': Now, just click on the 'Location' tab. It is present on the right pane and with its help, you can access the Location and related settings.

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Step-5 Click on 'Clear': In the final step, all you have to do is to click on the 'Clear' button. This button is present next to the 'Location history' option.

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In this way, all the location history that was saved in your system till now will be cleared in just a matter of seconds. It will also free up a lot of space in your device.

Can You Turn Off The Location Access In Your Device?

Yes, you can easily turn off the location access on your device if you wish to do so. It completely depends on you if you want to give your device access to your location or not.

And when the device location is off, it will not be able to save the location in the location history.

Is It Possible To Track Internet Usage in Our Device and How Can We Do That?

Windows 11 gives its users the option to track their internet usage. It tells them how much data they have used in a given period. It also shows the average or daily data usage.

You can also check your monthly data usage with the help of this feature. With its help, you can limit your data usage if you are using too much and it will enhance your productivity. So, make sure to regularly, track internet usage in Windows 11.

What is the use of location access in devices?

Many modern apps such as Google Maps, or Google Street View require your live location while using the app. Other apps such as Zomato, Amazon and many other delivery apps require your exact location for the correct and timely delivery of the items that you have ordered.

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