Google Maps to stop saving user’s location on its servers

Storing location data solely on users' devices instead of on Google's servers could address some privacy concerns and give users more control over their data. Renaming the location history feature to Timeline might also reflect a shift in how Google presents and organizes this information for users.

Google has announced that user’s location data will be stored on the users’ device only. Earlier, Google Maps used to track the real time location of the user and save it on the server unless the feature was turned off manually.

Google has also renamed the location history feature to Timeline. Google claims the cloud services are safe but storing this data on users’ devices gives them more control.

This change aligns with a broader trend toward giving users more control over their data and enhancing privacy protections. By keeping location data local to users' devices, Google can reduce the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information and provide users with greater transparency and control over how their data is used.

However, users should still be mindful of the privacy settings and options available within Google Maps and other Google services to ensure that their location data is managed in a way that aligns with their preferences and concerns.

Moving forward, by staying vigilant and proactive about managing privacy settings and options, users can help ensure that their location data and other personal information are handled responsibly and in accordance with their preferences.