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Introduction

Set a location or follow a route with your iPhone.

What is GPSPhantom?

GPSPhantom is a desktop app that changes your iPhone's reported GPS location. Connect your iPhone to your computer, then choose a place on the map.

Use Quick Location to stay in one place. Use Routes to move along a path at a walking, cycling, or driving speed.

Using it for the first time

Start with the Mac installation guide, then set up your iPhone. Once your device is connected, you're ready to choose a location.

Finding help

Browse the articles on the left, or search for a setting or error message. If you're stuck, open the troubleshooting guide.

GPSPhantom changes GPS location. It doesn't change your IP address or guarantee how an app will use your location.

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Getting startedIntroductionSet a location or follow a route with your iPhone.Getting startedInstall on macOSDownload GPSPhantom and open it on your Mac.Getting startedInstall on WindowsFind the Windows download and prepare your computer.Getting startedSet up your iPhoneTrust your computer and turn on Developer Mode.Change locationSet a locationChoose a place on the map and activate it.Change locationFollow a routeMove your iPhone location along a path.Change locationRoute settingsChoose a speed and what happens at the end.Change locationMarked locationsKeep places handy while the app is open.Change locationReturn to your real locationRelease a changed location when you are finished.Account & appSign inUse your GPSPhantom account in the app.Account & appManage your planView your plan or change your billing details.Account & appUpdate GPSPhantomCheck for updates and install the latest version.Account & appUninstall GPSPhantomRemove the app from your computer.TroubleshootingiPhone won't connectTry these steps if your iPhone does not appear or connect.TroubleshootingRoute won't startCheck the waypoints and your device connection.TroubleshootingCan't sign in or unlockCheck your sign-in and the account attached to your plan.Getting startedFrequently asked questionsAnswers to common setup and location questions.TroubleshootingError messagesFind the code shown in GPSPhantom and the next step to try.