Why was the app "maps" using location services on my macbook without being used?

FedirFromUnderground wrote:

I feel that my privacy is being compromised. Why does the app I don't use check my location from time to time? This surely violates my human rights without asking my permission!

If you don't use it, simply turn off Location Services. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and change the setting for Maps to 'Never'. Or, you can turn off all Location Services with the toggle at the top.

Additionally, Maps (and other location-necessary apps) are end-to-end encrypted. From Apple's article on privacy and security features-

Maps keeps your personal data in sync across all your devices using end‑to-end encryption. Your Significant Locations and collections are encrypted end‑to‑end so Apple cannot read them.

Apple does not routinely monitor these forums. You can submit feedback here - Product Feedback - Apple

Also, my apologies- I gave you the instructions for turning off Location Services on iPhone/iPad, not Mac. For Mac, simply open System Preferences > Security and Privacy > Select "Location Services" in the sidebar > unlock the pane by clicking the lock > toggling off the checkbox next to Maps.

Maps is sometimes using your background location to determine house and work locations for as far as I know