How to Handle Location Access Prompts in Windows 11 24H2?
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TechyGamer42
Since the Windows 11 24H2 update, there's a new prompt that appears when apps request access to location services. Users are faced with a yes or no option, and selecting 'no' can cause the app to malfunction. We have a specific application used by all our end users, and this change is creating a hassle since there seems to be no Group Policy Object (GPO) to manage these permissions. Plus, the prompt is user-specific, meaning even if an admin grants permission, it won't carry over to other users on the same machine. Has anyone else dealt with this issue and have any tips?
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I don't believe there's a GPO for this situation, but you can manage it through the registry. You'll need to navigate to the registry settings corresponding to the Privacy & Security > Location section in Windows. First, enable the registry keys at CapabilityAccessManagerConsentStorelocation for both HKLM and HKCU. From there, you can set permissions for location access per app, whether it’s a packaged app or a non-packaged one.
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UserHelpDesk: I need to dive deeper into this! Is it straightforward to add an app that needs location access?
LostInRegistry: I'm struggling to figure this out too. The location setting shows 'allow' already, but it seems my app falls under non-packaged. Not sure how to capture and adjust this correctly on all the machines.