Precise Location “required” to set up wifi?

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Precise Location “required” to set up wifi?

I’m attempting to connect a Renpho scale to wifi via the Renpho app. The app states it can not search for wifi SSIDs unless GPS and precise location are turned on (see image).

Hard to believe that “precise location” is required for the app to scan the available SSIDs. Feels like spying and data mining to me. Particularly with other apps not having this requirement.

I plan on returning the device but wanted to point this out to Apple and the Community. Are apps permitted to require this information to be able to use them?

iPhone 13 Pro

Posted on Jun 26, 2022 04:14 PM

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SravanKrA

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Jun 26, 2022 04:22 PM in response to Rdsec

If you are experiencing any difficulty with third-party apps or a specific website then please contact the app developer or site publisher/host directly --> How to contact an app developer - Apple Support

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Jun 26, 2022 05:34 PM in response to Rdsec

Yes, Apple only requires apps to state clearly their privacy policy and to not use any forbidden functions. I think you should return the scale, as there is no purpose in knowing its (and your) location. Besides, the Withings, Fitbit and Wyze scales are cheaper and probably better. The Wyze especially, for $24 or $34 (with additional features) are real bargains.

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