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How to reset location settings in Chrome on desktop
How to reset location settings in Chrome on desktop

How to reset location settings in Chrome on desktop

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Updated over a week ago

If you're encountering issues with location services on your desktop while using Chrome, resetting your location permissions can help. Follow these steps to reset your location settings in Chrome:

1. Open Chrome Settings

  1. Click the three vertical dots (menu icon) in the top-right corner of your Chrome browser.

  2. Select Settings from the dropdown menu.

2. Go to Privacy and Security Settings

  1. Scroll down and click on Privacy and Security in the left-hand menu.

  2. Under Privacy and security, click Site Settings.

3. Manage Location Permissions

  1. Scroll down to the Permissions section and click on Location.

4. Reset Location Permissions for Specific Websites

  1. In the list of websites that have location permissions, find the website you are having trouble with.

  2. Click the trash bin icon next to the website’s name to remove its location permissions.

5. Re-enable Location Access

  1. When you visit the website again, you will be prompted to allow location access. Click Allow to re-enable location services for that website.

6. Refresh the Page

  1. After resetting location permissions, refresh the webpage or close and reopen Chrome to ensure the changes take effect.


If resetting permissions doesn't resolve the issue, you may want to try:

  1. Clearing Chrome’s cache and cookies: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear browsing data, and clear cache and cookies.

  2. Updating Chrome: Ensure you're using the latest version of Chrome by going to Help > About Chrome and checking for updates.

  3. Checking your device’s location services: Make sure location services are enabled in your system settings (on Windows or macOS).

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve any location-related issues with Chrome on your desktop.

Feel free to contact our support team if you continue to experience problems.

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