Google Maps is making a change that will enhance user privacy by storing location history data directly on user devices instead of on Google’s servers. This means that Google will no longer have access to the data, and consequently, law enforcement will no longer be able to request it. This is a positive move, considering the pressure Google faced to stop collecting user location data after the Roe v. Wade decision. The update is part of an overall effort by Google to prioritize user privacy and give individuals more control over their data. Users can easily access and manage their location history through the app settings.
https://www.businessinsider.com/google-maps-location-data-history-stored-locally-2023-12