Pin drop in weird location

I found that the first item on my Maps app was a "Marked Location" that I had never entered or been recently. I am in Texas and it shows an address in my home country Brazil.

Any idea how this could occur and is there any reason for concern?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 15

Posted on Jan 24, 2023 10:28 PM

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Jan 26, 2023 1:55 PM in response to Flafox

Hi Flafox,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We understand that you're seeing a location on your Map app that you've never been.


Although we're unable to speculate how this has happened, you can check that your Map settings and Location Services are active to ensure that Maps reports your location properly as outlined here: View maps on iPhone - Apple Support

"Allow Maps to use your precise location

To find your location and provide accurate directions, iPhone must be connected to the internet, and Precise Location must be on.

  • If Maps displays a message that Location Services is off: Tap the message, tap Turn On in Settings, then turn on Location Services.
  • If Maps displays a message that Precise Location is off: Tap the message, tap Turn On in Settings, tap Location, then turn on Precise Location.

Cellular data rates may apply (see View or change cellular data settings on iPhone).

Note: To obtain useful location-related information in Maps, leave Significant Locations turned on in Settings  > Privacy & Security > Location Services > System Services."


We hope this helps you.


Take care!

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