Location & Discovery

How you'll find connections near and far with privacy-focused location features

📱 These guides are for our upcoming app launching Summer 2025

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How Location Works in Splashd

Understanding how Splashd will use your location helps you prepare to connect with people nearby while maintaining your privacy. Here's everything you'll need to know.

Your exact address is never shown to other users. Only distance is displayed.

Step by Step Guide

  1. 1Location permission is requested when you first open the app
  2. 2Your location is updated when the app is open
  3. 3Distance is calculated between users in real-time
  4. 4Location data is encrypted and never sold
  5. 5You can control location precision in settings
  6. 6Location is used for discovery, not tracking
  7. 7Background location is optional for notifications
  8. 8Location history is not stored by Splashd

Pro Tips

  • Location accuracy improves discovery results
  • WiFi and cellular data help improve accuracy indoors
  • You can pause location sharing anytime
  • Location is required for the Radar feature

Your Location Privacy Matters

Splashd never shares your exact location. We use advanced privacy zones and distance calculations to help you connect while keeping your address private.

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Privacy Controls

Advanced privacy settings for your location

Initial Setup

Setting up location during first use

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