Google Maps is rolling out a new privacy update aimed at safeguarding users’ location history.
The company is shifting the storage of location history data from its servers to users’ devices. This means that your detailed location history, including the places you’ve visited and the routes you’ve taken, will no longer be stored on Google’s cloud infrastructure.
Instead, this information will be stored locally on your smartphone, giving you more control over your data.
The decision to move location history storage to devices stems from Google’s commitment to enhancing user privacy. By keeping this sensitive data on your phone, Google aims to reduce the risk of unauthorized access or potential data breaches.
Timeline Feature Impacts
One of the most notable impacts of this change is the Google Maps Timeline feature. Previously, Timeline allowed users to view their detailed location history on a map interface, providing insights into their past travels and activities. With the shift to local storage, Timeline will no longer be accessible on the web.
