Administrators can remotely manage Location (GPS) settings on Android devices via the WeGuard Console. By setting the location status to ON, OFF, or NONE, organizations can ensure compliance with security policies while optimizing operational efficiency for field personnel.
| Policy Setting | Description |
| Location ON | Location services remain enabled at all times. End users are restricted from disabling GPS. |
| Location OFF | Location services are strictly disabled. End users are restricted from enabling GPS. |
| Location NONE | No restriction is applied. End users have full control to toggle Location ON or OFF as needed. |
Follow these instructions to modify the Location settings for your managed fleet:
Select Policy: Navigate to Policy Groups in the left-hand sidebar and click on the specific Policy you wish to update.
Navigate to General Settings: Within the policy editor, go to the General tab.
Open Location Settings: Locate the LOCATION SETTINGS section and click to expand the options.
Select Your Requirement: Choose the appropriate setting (Location ON, Location OFF, or NONE) based on your organizational requirements.
Save Changes: Click SAVE AND CONTINUE at the bottom of the page to push the configuration to all associated devices.
Battery Consumption: Keeping Location ON at all times may impact device battery life; consider this for long-shift operations.
Compliance: For tracking or geofencing features to work accurately, ensure the policy is set to Location ON.
Real-time Updates: Once saved, the policy update is sent immediately. Devices must be online to receive and apply the new GPS restriction.