About Location Services - Blackberry Classic User Manual

User Guide
Change the map language to local
In BlackBerry Maps, you can set the map text to display in the language specific to the map or area that you're currently
viewing.
1. In the Maps app, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap > Map Settings.
3. Tap Local.

About location services

You can turn on location services so that location-based applications and services, like BlackBerry Maps, can find your
location. Location-based applications can use GPS technology and other information to provide you with information, such
as driving directions.
Turn on or turn off location services
Some apps require GPS location information to work as expected.
1. On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap Settings > Location Services.
3. Turn on Location Services.
Change location permissions for apps
You can review and remove any GPS location-related permissions that individual apps have requested. Some apps require
specific permissions to work as expected.
1. On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap Settings > Security and Privacy > Application Permissions.
3. Tap an app.
4. Tap a switch.
Turn on or turn off location-based ads
If location-based ads are turned on, apps using the Advertising Service can use your GPS location to present more relevant
promotional content or offers. No data that personally identifies you is ever shared with third-party advertisers.
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