geolocation

American  

[jee-oh-loh-key-shuhn] / ˌdʒi oʊ loʊˈkeɪ ʃən /

noun

Digital Technology.

1. the process of determining the location of an electronic device, as a computer, cell phone, satellite, etc.

2. the actual location as determined by this process.

   The website uses the IP address of your device to estimate your geolocation.

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Other Word Forms

• geolocate verb (used with object)

Etymology

Origin of geolocation

First recorded in 2005–10; geo(graphical) ( def. ) + location ( def. )

Example Sentences

According to Taka, if TikTok had wanted to examine his geolocation more closely, the app could have found him "very easily".

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The allegations, first announced in January 2025, claimed the companies collected and sold geolocation and driving behavior data from millions of consumers without obtaining their affirmative consent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Last year, the production began using geolocation icons to show the folks at home where a nominee was seated in the ballroom while pop-up banners shared trivia about presenters and winners.

From Salon • Jan. 12, 2026

Throughout 150 years of boosterism, through our latest cataclysm of fires, the palm tree image makes visual geolocation instant and easy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2025

"Telegram is actively used by the enemy for cyber-attacks, the distribution of phishing and malicious software, user geolocation and missile strike correction," the Rnbo said on Friday.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2024