{"id":4500,"date":"2023-10-31T06:11:40","date_gmt":"2023-10-31T06:11:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/?p=4500"},"modified":"2023-10-31T06:11:42","modified_gmt":"2023-10-31T06:11:42","slug":"how-to-block-gps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/how-to-block-gps\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Block GPS: Keeping Yourself Hidden"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Those who want to travel \u2014 whether walking or driving \u2014 may get curious about how to block GPS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And that’s fair! It’s one of the best ways to keep yourself free from watchful eyes while on the move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article walks you through different methods you can tackle to prevent those pesky signals from giving your location away. So, let\u2019s dive right into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why You Might Block The Signals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Today\u2019s privacy invasion era has raised many concerns for everyone using technology to get around.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That also means you\u2019ll need to keep a close eye on things to make sure nobody\u2019s watching your movement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In such cases, your employer may have stuck you with a GPS<\/a> monitoring device, especially in the work vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Or your partner\/spouse decided it\u2019s a great idea to do the same, no matter where you\u2019re heading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All those circumstances create trust issues, raise red flags, and throw privacy out the window. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, turning off GPS <\/a>answers all those problems and allows you to stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Can Prevent GPS Tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"GPS<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

GPS on a map.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the most common ways to deal with GPS<\/a> tracking involve changing some settings on your phone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also try tweaking the GPS device to stop it from tracking.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activate Airplane Mode\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"The<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The airplane mode feature.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your smartphone also has a GPS feature that you can turn off. To do this, switch the Airplane mode<\/a> on, which also keeps your phone from receiving cell\/WiFi radio.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure your phone\u2019s location services and reporting stay offline. Verify this via the Settings menu. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, shut down your phone and take out the battery after turning on airplane mode. That way, nobody can completely track your whereabouts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take Out The Device\u2019s Battery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Battery<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Battery removal can keep the signals away.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Removing the battery in the GPS tracker will stop the signal transmissions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So look for it in your car. After finding the GPS device, you may realize a magnet establishes a connection with it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gently pull on that part, and the battery cover should come loose. Then, just take out the batteries, and the tracker won\u2019t receive the GPS signal anymore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best to visit an auto shop if the GPS tracker integrates with the car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otherwise, you might damage some part of the vehicle after attempting a fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aluminum Foil\/Obstructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Aluminum<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Aluminum foil can block GPS.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This may sound silly, but aluminum foil can block the signals in your GPS device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All you need to do is wrap it up nicely whenever you want to make your location unknown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even then, metal, concrete, trees, a metal box, and other obstructions can cause interference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

GPS Blocker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are two types of GPS blockers you can buy: a plug-in or handheld. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, it\u2019s important to note using them is probably banned, depending on where you live. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can disrupt other GPS signals for airplanes and other services.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So make sure you check with your local laws beforehand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The plug-in blocker enters your vehicle\u2019s cigarette lighter outlet <\/a>and blocks incoming GPS signals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turning it on is very easy \u2014 just ignite the car! From that moment forward, you won\u2019t appear on any monitors while driving around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ensure the blocker you want to purchase covers the required range for your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, the handheld type works the same way. You\u2019ll have to push a button to turn it on and off.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, keep in mind that you must deactivate it after driving so that the device won\u2019t mess up other signals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What About A Magnet?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Magnets<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Magnets won\u2019t impact the GPS signal.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Magnets <\/a>can\u2019t block or interfere with GPS signals simply because they\u2019re not strong enough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And your device features a microwave radio receiver<\/a> that takes in Earth-orbiting satellite signals to figure out your speed\/location. That\u2019s something that magnets can\u2019t affect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, powerful magnetic fields may damage the device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that\u2019s rare, and you\u2019d need something to reduce the iron in blood cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy to block GPS signals on your phone, device, or car. And now that you know how to do it, you can travel with peace of mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So you can finally say good riddance to that strange feeling of being always watched.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Those who want to travel \u2014 whether walking or driving \u2014 may get curious about how to block GPS.  And that’s fair! It’s one of the best ways to keep yourself free from watchful eyes while on the move.  This article walks you through different methods you can tackle to prevent those pesky signals from … <\/p>\n

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