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Samsung Galaxy Watch - Turn GPS Location On / Off

2026-10-17 07:32:16.06

Samsung Galaxy Watch - Turn GPS Location On / Off

GPS location access is needed by some apps on your Galaxy Watch to share your location, but can be turned off to save battery life.
From your Android™ smartphone or Apple® iPhone® , ensure your Galaxy Watch software is up to date as the steps below apply to the most recent version.
  1. From the watch screen, press the
    Home button
    to open the apps screen.
    Home button
  2. Tap
    Settings
     Settings icon.
  3. Tap
    Location
    .
  4. Tap the
    Location switch
    to turn on or off.
  5. If necessary, review the message(s) then tap the
    checkmark icon
    .
  6. Select one of the following methods:
    • GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks
    • Wi-Fi and mobile networks
    • GPS