Choose a location
Move around the map, select the place you need, and start the mock location.
Fake GPS - Mock LocationAndroid · Tools
A controlled test location
Move the marker. Test the moment.
Choose a mock location, save places you use often, and simulate movement with a floating joystick and selectable speeds.
What it does
Mock-location controls in one place.
Fake GPS uses Android's developer mock-location capability. It is useful when you need a repeatable location during development, testing, demonstrations, or another permitted personal scenario.
Floating joystick
Control movement with a 360-degree joystick that can remain available over other apps.
Movement speeds
Switch among walking, cycling, and driving speeds for different test scenarios.
Direction lock
Lock a direction for continuous movement instead of repeatedly adjusting the joystick.
Favorite places
Save locations you return to during testing so they are easier to select again.
System-based setup
No root is needed for the standard flow; Android Developer options provide the mock-app setting.
Setup
Three steps before the first test.
The exact labels can vary by Android version and device maker. Search your device settings for “Developer options” or “Select mock location app” if needed.
Enable Developer options
Open Android Settings, find the device build number, and follow your device maker's steps to enable Developer options.
Select the mock-location app
In Developer options, open the mock-location setting and choose Fake GPS - Mock Location.
Choose and start
Return to Fake GPS, select a place, start the mock location, and use the joystick only when movement is needed.
Responsible use
Testing power comes with boundaries.
- Use mock locations only where they are lawful and permitted by the apps or services involved.
- Some apps detect or block mock locations, and Fake GPS cannot guarantee compatibility.
- Do not use the app to deceive people, bypass safety controls, evade service rules, or cause harm.
- Turn off the mock location after testing so other location-aware apps can return to normal.
- The free app contains advertising and offers in-app purchases, as disclosed on Google Play.
Permissions should match the task.
The current Google Play data-safety disclosure states that no data is shared with third parties and that the app may collect app information, performance data, and device or other identifiers. Store disclosures may change with app versions.
Frequently asked
Before you change location.
Setup, root access, movement, compatibility, advertising, and responsible use.
How do I enable Fake GPS on Android?
Enable Android Developer options, open the system's mock-location app setting, select Fake GPS - Mock Location, then return to the app and choose a location.
Does Fake GPS require root access?
No root access is required for the standard setup. The app uses Android's developer mock-location setting.
Can I simulate movement with Fake GPS?
Yes. The floating 360-degree joystick supports movement and lets you switch between walking, cycling, and driving speeds.
Will every app accept a mock location?
No. Some apps and services detect, restrict, or prohibit mock locations. Their terms and technical behavior control whether they work with a simulated location.
Does Fake GPS contain ads?
Yes. The Google Play listing identifies the app as containing ads and offering in-app purchases. Advertising requires an internet connection and may interrupt the free experience.
What is an appropriate use of Fake GPS?
Use it for lawful purposes such as developing or testing location-aware software, demonstrations, or personal scenarios allowed by the services involved. Do not use it to deceive people, evade rules, or cause harm.
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