How to Fake GPS Location on Your Smartphone (Android and iPhone)

Nowadays, every mobile device comes with a built-in GPS. However, sometimes you want to travel virtually to the whole world and spoof your location. In fact, faking your GPS location will come in handy on multiple occasions.

 

 

 

First of all, being able to change your device’s location will enable you to enjoy the content that is unavailable in your country. For example, some websites restrict access to visitors that come from foreign countries. However, if you can fake your GPS location, you can trick the website’s algorithm. Sometimes, you will find online that a new Android update has become available. Yet, when you try to download it, you find that it is not available in your country. On top of that, you will have to wait for some months until it becomes available in your region. If you use an app to change your location though, you can immediately download and install the update no matter where you actually are.

 

Apart from these significant uses, you can also fake your GPS location on iPhone or Android to have fun. First and foremost, you can use it to check in on your social media to a historical landmark or a famous restaurant. This way, you can prank your family and friends. Then, changing your location allows you to reach a wider dating circle if your local matches have disappointed you. Lastly, you can play any location-based game, like Pokémon GO, without having to leave the comfort of your sofa.

 

No matter the reason why you need to fake your GPS location on your iOS or Android device, you can easily achieve it by following easy instructions mentuoned in this guide. Below, you will find step-by-step guides on how to use it on Android and iOS devices.

 

 

Method 1: Steps to Fake GPS Location on an iPhone

When it comes to an iPhone, the process of faking your GPS location can be rather tricky. The reason for this is because Apple has designed its systems for maximum security. However, by installing a trusted third-party application, like Fake Location app, you can easily alter your device’s location. This app works on any iOS you have, even the latest iOS 14. Moreover, you don’t have to worry about installing it as it doesn’t require jailbreaking, which can be harmful to your device.

 

The process for faking your GPS location with Anyto Fake Location app on an iPhone is the following:

 

Step 1: Download and install Fake Location app on your desktop computer, either Windows or macOS.

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Step 2: Launch the app, and then, click the “Get Started” button. Once the app has booted, you can connect your iPhone to your computer. Tap "Trust This Computer" on your iPhone and unlock your iPhone by entering your passcode.

 

Note: Make sure you are connected to the internet on your computer otherwise the app won't work. It is also recommended that you do not use any VPN app on your computer while using this app.

 

 

Step 3: Wait a few seconds for the map to fully load. Locate the buttons at the upper-right part and select any mode of your choice from three different modes. The "Teleport" mode is the most commonly used mode of the app. This mode will allow you to teleport to any location you want.

 

Note: If you are looking to fake your live location or your location between two or more places/spots, then you may consider using Two or Multi Spot mode of this program.

 

 

Step 4: When you have selected the “Teleport” option, you can name the location you want to become visible on. To achieve this, you can either type the location’s name on the search bar or zoom in and out of the map and selecting a destination from there.