How to Fake a GPS Location on Android
Open the Play Store., Type fake GPS location into the search box., Tap Fake GPS Location in the search results., Tap INSTALL., Tap ACCEPT., Open your Android’s Settings., Scroll down and tap About Device. , Scroll down and tap Build number 7 times...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open the Play Store.
It’s the white icon with a multicolored triangle, labeled “Play Store.” You should see it on your home screen or in the app drawer. -
Step 2: Type fake GPS location into the search box.
A list of search results will appear. , That’s the name of the app.
This opens the app’s home page. , A security pop-up will appear. , Fake GPS Location will now install.
When the installation is complete, you should see a new icon on your home screen called “Fake GPS.” , It’s the icon on your home screen or in the app drawer.
Some versions of Android may have a wrench icon instead of a gear. ,, After the 7th tap, you should see a message that says “You are now a developer.” , The steps are different depending on your device, but you can usually do this by dragging down the notification bar from the top of the screen, then tapping GPS or Location. , The icon will be on your home screen or in the app drawer, depending on your settings.
It looks like a yellow cell phone with a smiley face. , It’s at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
This will open a window called Developer options. , The switch will turn blue, and a pop-up will appear. ,,,, It’s above the map at the top of the screen. ,, The map will now show the location you entered marked with a pushpin. , It’s the green button with a triangle at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Now, when you visit websites that track your location, you’ll look like your located in the location you selected. -
Step 3: Tap Fake GPS Location in the search results.
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Step 4: Tap INSTALL.
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Step 5: Tap ACCEPT.
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Step 6: Open your Android’s Settings.
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Step 7: Scroll down and tap About Device.
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Step 8: Scroll down and tap Build number 7 times.
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Step 9: Enable GPS on your Android.
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Step 10: Open Fake GPS.
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Step 11: Tap OPEN SETTINGS.
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Step 12: Slide the switch at the top of the screen to the On position.
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Step 13: Tap OK.
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Step 14: Scroll down and check the box next to “Allow mock locations.” This will allow Fake GPS to mimic a different location.
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Step 15: Return to the Fake GPS app.
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Step 16: Tap the magnifying glass.
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Step 17: Type a location into the search box.
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Step 18: Press the ↵ Enter or search key on the keyboard.
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Step 19: Tap the play button to start faking your location.
Detailed Guide
It’s the white icon with a multicolored triangle, labeled “Play Store.” You should see it on your home screen or in the app drawer.
A list of search results will appear. , That’s the name of the app.
This opens the app’s home page. , A security pop-up will appear. , Fake GPS Location will now install.
When the installation is complete, you should see a new icon on your home screen called “Fake GPS.” , It’s the icon on your home screen or in the app drawer.
Some versions of Android may have a wrench icon instead of a gear. ,, After the 7th tap, you should see a message that says “You are now a developer.” , The steps are different depending on your device, but you can usually do this by dragging down the notification bar from the top of the screen, then tapping GPS or Location. , The icon will be on your home screen or in the app drawer, depending on your settings.
It looks like a yellow cell phone with a smiley face. , It’s at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
This will open a window called Developer options. , The switch will turn blue, and a pop-up will appear. ,,,, It’s above the map at the top of the screen. ,, The map will now show the location you entered marked with a pushpin. , It’s the green button with a triangle at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Now, when you visit websites that track your location, you’ll look like your located in the location you selected.
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