Still, Google Maps remains one of the most widely used apps in its category. The company declared that it would henceforth store user data on devices, not in the cloud at its December update. This update is available to this users worldwide.
together with data for Location history By storing changes, this will give Google users more power over their location details. In addition, it aims at making it hard for law enforcement agencies to access Google Maps data through use of Geo-fencing authorization form
What’s a geofencing search warrant?
Geo-fencing warrants are used by police departments in order to collect data from technology companies’ smart phones that have moved through a particular area within a specific timeframe. For instance, during previous investigations into attempted arson cases, the FBI employed search warrants to gather information about Black Lives Matter protests in Seattle, USA.
What’s new on Google Maps?
Among other things according to these adjustments recent google maps will now be known as Timeline. Data is now broken down into Trips, Places, Cities and World (Countries). Moreover they provide insights that show how far you have travelled using different modes of transport.
Please note that timeline or location history data on google maps will no longer be available via the web version.
“For example, your Timeline cannot be displayed because it comes directly from your phone,” explained the firm when explaining why you can’t see your Timeline on a desktop and after transferring your data onto your mobile device.
As mentioned above, these changes are being rolled out to all users of Google Maps around the world. Users will receive notifications once this feature becomes accessible on their device; prompt asking them to move existing location history via the updated app button to their phone. If you fail do so thus bringing an end to timeline data.
