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Location Data
Privacy
Data describing a device/user’s geographic position and movement over time (precise or coarse).
Definition
Location data can be precise (GPS) or inferred (Wi‑Fi, cell towers, IP). It is highly sensitive because patterns can identify individuals and reveal behaviors.
In plain English
Data describing a device/user’s geographic position and movement over time (precise or coarse).
Why this matters
Why it matters: Location traces enable profiling, surveillance, and targeting; they are difficult to anonymize reliably.
Example
Example: Use “approximate location” where possible, restrict background location, and review which apps have location permission.