How to Fake GPS Location on iOS

Faking your GPS location on iOS devices like iPhone and iPad can be useful for various reasons – accessing geo-restricted apps/games, using dating/social media apps with a different location, surprising friends and family, and more.

While iOS doesn’t have a built-in “fake GPS” option, there are several methods you can use to spoof your iOS device’s location.

Methods to Fake GPS Location on iOS

There are a few key methods to spoof GPS location on iOS devices:

1. Location Spoofing Apps – These are third-party iOS apps that can override your device’s real location with a fake one. Some popular options are iToolabAnyGo, iSpoofer, and iTools.
2. Computer Software – Desktop tools like iMyFoneiMoveGo and 3uTools let you connect your iPhone to a computer and change its GPS coordinates easily.
3. VPN Apps – Certain VPNs like NordVPN have GPS spoofing features to alter your location.
4. Jailbreaking – You can install tweaks on a jailbroken iPhone to spoof GPS more flexibly. However, jailbreaking comes with risks.

1. Location Spoofing Apps on iOS

Several third-party apps on the App Store allow spoofing GPS on iOS without needing a computer or jailbreak. Here are some of the best options:

iToolabAnyGo

• Download and install the iToolabAnyGo app on your iPhone/iPad
• Open the app and enable Location Permission when prompted
• Search for a location on the map and tap on “Teleport”
• The app will override your device’s real GPS with the fake coordinates

iSpoofer

• Install iSpoofer profile on your device
• Open Maps and enable location access for iSpoofer
• Search a location and use the joystick to navigate the pointer
• Tap Start to activate spoofed GPS data system-wide

iTools

• Get iTools for iOS from app.itools.cn and sideload using Apple Configurator
• Allow Location access and open Maps inside the app
• Enter a fake address and tap Go to override your real GPS

The main limitations of such apps are revocation issues, stability problems, and ban risks in location-based games.

2. Computer Software to Spoof GPS

A more reliable approach is to use computer software to spoof your iOS location. This method works without jailbreaking and provides better stability.

iMyFoneiMoveGo

• Install and launch iMyFoneiMoveGo on your Windows/Mac
• Connect your iPhone via USB and click “Virtual Location”
• Search a location, tap Go and then Move Here to override GPS

3uTools

• Get 3uTools for computer and install it
• With your iPhone plugged in, click Toolbox =>VirtualLocation
• Pick a fake coordinate, tap Modify, and restart your device

This computer software method is easier to set up and use. It also reduces the risks of detection or instability issues.

3. VPNs to Spoof GPS on iOS

Certain VPN apps like NordVPN and Surfshark have inbuilt location spoofing abilities. Here is how to use them:

NordVPN

• Install the NordVPN app on your iPhone/iPad
• Connect to a server in your desired fake location
• Open Maps to see the spoofed GPS coordinates

Surfshark

• Get Surfshark VPN on your device
• Connect to a server of your chosen fake location
• Allow the VPN to override your device’s GPS

The drawback is that you need to keep the VPN running constantly to maintain the fake GPS effect.

4. Jailbreak Your iPhone to Spoof Location

You can install tweaks and apps on a jailbroken iPhone to spoof its location more powerfully. However, jailbreaking comes with several downsides:

• Security risks and malware vulnerabilities
• Voids your device’s warranty
• Causes instability and battery drain
• May brick your device if something goes wrong

So jailbreaking just for location spoofing is not recommended. Only use it if you have other reasons to jailbreak.

Precautions When Spoofing GPS on iOS

While faking your iPhone’s location can be useful in many scenarios, you should take certain precautions:

• Avoid location spoofing apps and tweaks from untrusted developers
• Don’t grant unnecessary location access to suspicious apps
• Use complex passcodes/Touch ID/Face ID to secure your device
• Enable Lost Mode or Find My iPhone in case your device is lost/stolen
• Turn on Airplane Mode before installing profiles for location spoofing

Exercising such care will help prevent stability/security issues when faking your iOS location.

Conclusion

Spoofing GPS on your iPhone or iPad for fun or privacy reasons is perfectly fine if done carefully. We discussed various reliable methods like location faker apps, computer software, VPNs, and jailbreaking. Of these, desktop tools provide the best balance of usability, stability and security.