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Incorrect Device Location

Barbara Stoebner 0 Reputation points
2026-03-08T17:42:37.9233333+00:00

Devices' location, when I select 'Find my device' the resultant map shows an incorrect location. How do I correct this?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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  1. EmilyS726 236.8K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-08T18:24:37.1766667+00:00

    Hello

    This unfortunately can be normal. Unlike smart phone, computers typically don't have the GPS chip to determine precise location information. Windows location can be inaccurate because it is often estimated from signals like Wi-Fi networks, IP address, or a saved default location, and those sources are not always precise.

    Microsoft explains how it works here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-location-service-and-privacy-3a8eee0a-5b0b-dc07-eede-2a5ca1c49088

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