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📱 How to Enable or Disable GPS Tracking in the Mobile App
PostedMay 5, 2025
UpdatedMay 5, 2025
ByAmie
Controlling GPS tracking settings in the Take5™ Connect mobile app ensures your location data is managed according to your preferences. Follow this guide to enable or disable GPS tracking on your device.
Step 1: 🛠️ Access In-App Location Settings
- Tap the gear icon (⚙️) in the top-left corner of the Home screen to open the settings menu.
- Select General Settings from the list.

Step 2: 🔄 Understanding the Location Services Disclosure
- In the General Settings menu, tap Location Services Disclosure.
- The pop up screen will then detail how the app uses location services information, for you to be able to read and understand.

Step 3: 🔧 Access Native Device Location Settings
- In the General Settings menu, tap Open Native Settings.
- This will open your device’s location permission settings.

Step 4: 📱 Adjust Device Location Permissions
For iOS (Recommended iOS 12+)
- Go to Settings > Take5™ Connect > Location.
- Choose one of the following options:
- Always: Enables GPS tracking even when the app is in the background.
- While Using the App: Tracks location only when the app is open.
- Never: Disables GPS tracking entirely.
For Android (Recommended Android 10+)
- Go to Settings > Apps > Take5™ Connect > Permissions > Location.
- Choose one of the following options:
- Allow all the time: Enables GPS tracking even when the app is in the background.
- Allow only while using the app: Tracks location only when the app is open.
- Deny: Disables GPS tracking entirely.
❓ Troubleshooting
- No GPS Option Available: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to adjust location settings. Contact your administrator if needed.
- Unable to Access Native Settings: Check your device’s settings to ensure the app has the required permissions to modify location settings.
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