"Known as Visited Places, this option tracks the places you visit. That capability sounds handy, as it gives you a way to easily find and return to previous locations. Also: How to use Hold Assist on iOS 26 (and why it's my must-have iPhone feature) But any feature that tracks your whereabouts can raise a red flag. Apple promises that the information is encrypted and that no one at the company can read it."
"Apple Maps now tracks and lists places you visit automatically. You can manage, edit, or delete your Visited Places in Maps. Visited Places can be turned off or set to auto-delete. With iOS 26, Apple added a new feature to its Maps app. Known as Visited Places, this option tracks the places you visit. That capability sounds handy, as it gives you a way to easily find and return to previous locations. Still, you may want to manage or even turn off this option."
iOS 26 adds Visited Places to Maps, automatically recording locations a user visits and listing them for easy retrieval and return. Users can view, edit, or delete individual Visited Places entries within Maps. Visited Places includes controls to disable tracking entirely or to set automatic deletion of recorded locations. Apple states that Visited Places data is encrypted and inaccessible to company personnel. The tracking feature offers convenience but raises potential privacy concerns for some users. Users who prefer not to retain location history can manage settings to limit, remove, or stop Visited Places from collecting data.
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