The process involves enabling an application to access a device’s geographical coordinates. This capability allows the software to provide location-based services, such as mapping, directions, or location-aware content. A user must explicitly authorize this access through system settings.
Enabling location services is fundamental for a broad range of applications. It allows improved user experiences, such as providing accurate navigation or finding nearby points of interest. Historically, stringent controls over this access have been implemented to safeguard user privacy and data security.