Here are a few things to try if your GPS location does not show correctly.

• Toggle Location Services
  • Turn off and then back on location services in your phone’s settings to reset the GPS connection.
• Enable High Accuracy Mode
  • On Android: Go to Settings > Location > Mode > Select “High Accuracy” (uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks).
  • On iOS: Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services > Ensure “Precise Location” is enabled for apps.
• Update Software
  • Check for phone OS or app updates (Settings > Software Update) to fix potential GPS bugs.
• Restart Device
  • Reboot your phone to reset the GPS chip and clear temporary glitches.
• Calibrate GPS
  • On Android: Use apps like “GPS Status & Toolbox” to reset and recalibrate the GPS.
  • On iOS: Open Google Maps or Apple Maps, move the phone in a figure-8 motion to recalibrate the compass.
• Check Wi-Fi and Cellular Data 
  • Ensure Wi-Fi and mobile data are on, as Assisted GPS (A-GPS) uses these for better accuracy. Connect to a known Wi-Fi network if possible.
• Check that your Date and Time Settings are correct. 
  • ​​​​​​​On Android: Go to Settings > System > Date & Time > try setting the date and time automatically
  • On iPhone: Go to Settings > General > Data & Time > try setting the date and time automatically
• Reset A-GPS Data 
  • Use an app like “GPS Reset” (Android) or reset location data via settings to clear cached GPS data.
• Test with Multiple Apps
  • Compare location in Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze to rule out app-specific issues.
• Disable VPN or Location Spoofing 
  • Ensure no VPN or mock location apps are altering your coordinates.
• Update Offline Maps 
  • If using offline maps, ensure they’re updated, as outdated maps can cause location errors.
• Check for Interference 
  • Avoid areas with potential GPS jammers (rare) or heavy electromagnetic interference.
• Factory Reset (Last Resort)
  • If nothing works, back up your phone and perform a factory reset (Settings > System > Reset Options). This can fix deep software issues.