After facing criticism over reports that certain Google apps track users' whereabouts even when they turn off location data, the tech giant has revised its Help Page, clarifying that it does track location data in order to "improve Google experience".
Previously, the Help Page stated: "You can turn off Location History at any time. With Location History off, the places you go are no longer stored."
The page now says: "This setting does not affect other location services on your device, like Google Location Services and Find My Device.
"Some location data may be saved as part of your activity on other services, like Search and Maps".The new language confirms that location data is, indeed, being tracked by some Google apps.
"We have been updating the explanatory language about Location History to make it more consistent and clear across our platforms and help centres," CNET reported on 17 August, quoting a Google spokesperson.
- GoITWay
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