Location Data
/ˈloʊ.keɪ.ʃən ˈdeɪ.tə/
Definitions
- (n.) Data representing the geographic position or coordinates of a person, device, or object, used to infer place or movement.
The company was required to disclose location data to law enforcement following a subpoena.
Forms
- location data
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Commentary
Location data often raises distinct privacy considerations under data protection laws due to its sensitive nature and potential to reveal personal habits and whereabouts.
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