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      How to locate yourself on the map

      vMC utilizes location services to enhance your experience by visually placing your current position on the map. This feature is designed to be user-friendly, giving you control over when and how your location is shared. Here's a comprehensive guide on how our location tracking works, how to manage it, and its limitations:

      How Location Tracking Works

      vMC uses the Geolocation API, a standard web technology supported by modern browsers. When you visit makeitgovroom.com, your browser will prompt you for permission to access your location.

      Here's a breakdown of the process:

      1. Permission Request: When you first access a feature on makeitgovroom.com that requires your location, your browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) will display a pop-up asking for your permission to "Allow" or "Block" location access for our site.

      2. Browser's Role: If you grant permission, your browser uses various sources to determine your approximate location. These sources can include:

        • GPS (Global Positioning System): On mobile devices, this provides the most accurate location data.

        • Wi-Fi Network Information: Your browser can use information about nearby Wi-Fi networks and their signal strength to estimate your location.

        • IP Address: Your IP address can provide a general, less precise location (e.g., city or region).

        • Cellular Network Information: On mobile devices, data from cell towers can also contribute to location estimation.

      3. Data Visualization: Once your browser obtains your location, vMC then uses this information to pinpoint your position on the map, allowing you to visualize your surroundings or navigate effectively within our platform.

      4. No Continuous Tracking: makeitgovroom.com does not continuously track your location in the background. Your location is only accessed when you actively use a feature that requires it, and only after you have explicitly granted permission.

       

      How to Enable Location Tracking

      Enabling location tracking for makeitgovroom.com typically involves granting permission when prompted by your browser. However, if you previously denied access or want to ensure it's enabled, here's how to do it on various browsers:

      On Desktop Browsers:

      Google Chrome:

      1. Open Chrome and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, click Allow in the pop-up that appears at the top left of the browser window.

      3. If you previously blocked it, click the lock icon (or the "i" icon for "Site information") to the left of the website address in the URL bar.

      4. In the drop-down menu, next to "Location," select Allow.

      5. Refresh the page for changes to take effect.

      Mozilla Firefox:

      1. Open Firefox and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, click Allow Location Access in the pop-up at the top of the browser window.

      3. If you previously blocked it, click the lock icon (or the "i" icon for "Site Information") to the left of the website address in the URL bar.

      4. Next to "Permissions," find "Access Your Location" and ensure it's set to Allow.

      5. Refresh the page for changes to take effect.

      Microsoft Edge:

      1. Open Edge and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, click Allow in the pop-up that appears at the top right of the browser window.

      3. If you previously blocked it, click the lock icon to the left of the website address in the URL bar.

      4. In the site permissions menu, next to "Location," select Allow.

      5. Refresh the page for changes to take effect.

      Safari (macOS):

      1. Open Safari and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, click Allow in the pop-up.

      3. If you previously blocked it, go to Safari > Settings (or Preferences) in the top menu bar.

      4. Click on the Websites tab, then select Location from the left-hand menu.

      5. Find makeitgovroom.com in the list and set its permission to Allow.

      6. Close the settings and refresh the page.

       

      On Mobile Browsers:

      Google Chrome (Android):

      1. Open Chrome and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, tap Allow in the pop-up.

      3. If you previously blocked it, tap the three dots (menu icon) in the top right corner.

      4. Go to Settings > Site settings > Location.

      5. Ensure "Location" is On. You might also see a list of "Blocked" or "Allowed" sites. If makeitgovroom.com is in the blocked list, tap on it and change its permission to Allow.

      6. You may also need to check your device's overall location settings (see "Important Note for Mobile Devices" below).

      Google Chrome (iOS):

      1. Open Chrome and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, tap Allow in the pop-up.

      3. If you previously blocked it, you'll need to adjust your iOS device settings: Go to Settings > Chrome > Location.

      4. Select While Using the App or Ask Next Time.

      5. Return to Chrome and refresh the page.

      Safari (iOS):

      1. Open Safari and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. If prompted, tap Allow in the pop-up.

      3. If you previously blocked it, go to your iOS device Settings > Safari > Location.

      4. Under "Allow Location Access," select Ask or Allow for makeitgovroom.com.

      5. Return to Safari and refresh the page.

      Important Note for Mobile Devices: For a website to access your location on a mobile device, your device's overall location services must also be enabled.

      • Android: Go to Settings > Location and ensure "Location" is turned On. You may also need to grant location permission to your specific browser app within the App Permissions section (e.g., Settings > Apps > Chrome > Permissions > Location).

      • iOS: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services and ensure "Location Services" is turned On. Then, check the specific browser app (e.g., Safari or Chrome) and ensure its location access is set to "While Using the App" or "Ask Next Time."

       

      How to Disable Location Tracking

      If you wish to stop sharing your location with makeitgovroom.com, you can easily disable it through your browser settings.

      On Desktop Browsers:

      Google Chrome:

      1. Open Chrome and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. Click the lock icon (or the "i" icon for "Site information") to the left of the website address in the URL bar.

      3. In the drop-down menu, next to "Location," select Block.

      4. Refresh the page.

      Mozilla Firefox:

      1. Open Firefox and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. Click the lock icon (or the "i" icon for "Site Information") to the left of the website address in the URL bar.

      3. Next to "Permissions," find "Access Your Location" and set it to Block.

      4. Refresh the page.

      Microsoft Edge:

      1. Open Edge and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. Click the lock icon to the left of the website address in the URL bar.

      3. In the site permissions menu, next to "Location," select Block.

      4. Refresh the page.

      Safari (macOS):

      1. Open Safari and go to Safari > Settings (or Preferences) in the top menu bar.

      2. Click on the Websites tab, then select Location from the left-hand menu.

      3. Find makeitgovroom.com in the list and set its permission to Deny.

      4. Close the settings and refresh the page.

       

      On Mobile Browsers:

      Google Chrome (Android):

      1. Open Chrome and navigate to makeitgovroom.com.

      2. Tap the three dots (menu icon) in the top right corner.

      3. Go to Settings > Site settings > Location.

      4. If makeitgovroom.com is listed under "Allowed," tap on it and change its permission to Blocked.

      5. You can also toggle off the "Location" setting in this menu to block all sites from asking for location by default.

      6. Refresh the page.

      Google Chrome (iOS):

      1. You'll need to adjust your iOS device settings: Go to Settings > Chrome > Location.

      2. Select Never.

      3. Return to Chrome and refresh the page.

      Safari (iOS):

      1. Go to your iOS device Settings > Safari > Location.

      2. Under "Allow Location Access," select Deny.

      3. Return to Safari and refresh the page.

       

      Limitations of Location Tracking

      While location tracking enhances your experience on makeitgovroom.com, it's important to be aware of its limitations:

      • Accuracy Varies: The precision of location data can vary significantly depending on the device, environment, and available signals (GPS, Wi-Fi, cellular). Indoor locations or areas with poor signal strength may result in less accurate positioning.

      • User Permission Required: Browsers are designed with user privacy in mind. We cannot access your location without your explicit permission. If you deny access, the map functionality that relies on your current location will not be available.

      • Privacy Concerns: While we only use location data for the stated purpose of visualizing your position on our map, some users may have general privacy concerns about sharing their location online. You always have the control to enable or disable this feature.

      • VPNs and Proxies: If you are using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or a proxy server, your reported IP address and thus your approximate location might be masked or appear to be in a different geographical area, impacting the accuracy of browser-based location services.

      • Not for Navigation (Primary): While our map helps you visualize your current location, it's not a turn-by-turn navigation system. It's intended to provide a contextual view of your position within the makeitgovroom.com website.

      • Multi-user tracking: At this time, vMC will only display your location on the map and does not display your location to other users inside your organization. 

      We are committed to providing you with a seamless and secure experience on makeitgovroom.com. By understanding these steps and limitations, you can effectively manage your location sharing preferences.