Apple is rolling out a new privacy-focused feature that allows users to limit how precisely their location is shared with cellular networks on supported iPhone and iPad models.
The new “Limit Precise Location” option becomes available after updating to iOS 26.3 or later. When enabled, mobile carriers can only see an approximate location, such as a general neighborhood, instead of a precise street-level position. The feature works by restricting the data carriers that receive through cell tower connections.
Apple clarified that the setting does not affect emergency services. According to the company, limiting precise location will not interfere with location accuracy during emergency calls. It also does not change how apps access location data through Location Services, meaning features like Find My will continue to work normally.
Users can turn on the feature by going to Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data Options, then toggling Limit Precise Location. In some cases, the device may require a restart to fully activate the setting.
At launch, the feature is supported only on iPhone Air, iPhone 16e, and iPad Pro (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular models running iOS 26.3 or later. Availability also depends on carrier support.
Currently supported networks include Telekom in Germany; EE and BT in the UK; Boost Mobile in the US; and AIS and True in Thailand.
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