Are you tired of seeing location-based recommendations or advertisements that don’t pertain to your current location? Or perhaps you’re a developer and need to test your app’s location-based features in different regions. Either way, you may want to know how to change location on iPhone.
Fortunately, it’s easy to do so with a few different methods, and we’ll outline them all in this comprehensive guide.
Method 1: Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN)
One way to change your iPhone’s location is to use a virtual private network (VPN). A VPN allows you to connect to a server in a different location, and your iPhone will appear to be located in that location as well. Here’s how to do it:
- Choose a reputable VPN service and sign up for an account. Some popular options include NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and CyberGhost VPN.
- Download and install the VPN app from the App Store.
- Open the VPN app and log in to your account.
- Select a server in the location that you want to appear to be located in.
- Connect to the server by tapping the “Connect” button.
- Once connected, your iPhone’s location will appear to be the location of the VPN server.
Keep in mind that using a VPN may slow down your internet connection, as your data has to travel through the VPN server before reaching its destination.
Method 2: Use the “Fake Location” Feature in the Find My App
If you have the Find My app on your iPhone, you can use the “Fake Location” feature to change your location. Here’s how:
- Open the Find My app.
- Tap the “People” tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Tap your own name at the top of the list.
- Tap the “Edit” button in the top right corner.
- Scroll down and tap “Fake Location”.
- Type in the location that you want to appear to be located in, or use the map to select a location.
- Tap “Move” to set your fake location.
Note that this method only works if you have the Find My app, and it will only change your location within the app. Your location will not be changed for other apps or services.
Method 3: Use Location Spoofing Software
If you’re a developer or have a jailbroken iPhone, you may be able to use location spoofing software to change your location. There are several options available, such as LocationHandle and LocationFaker. These tools allow you to manually set your location or even simulate movement between locations.
Keep in mind that using location spoofing software may violate the terms of service for certain apps and services, and it can also cause issues with your iPhone. Use caution and do your research before attempting this method.
Method 4: Use a Location Spoofer Web Service
Another option is to use a location spoofer web service, such as Fake GPS Location or GPS Emulator. These services allow you to change your location by visiting a website on your iPhone’s browser and setting a fake location.
To use a location spoofer web service, follow these steps:
- Choose a location spoofer web service and visit the website on your iPhone’s browser.