How to Hide & Share Your Location on Sniffies?
Want to connect with new people near you on Sniffies, but also protect your privacy? Whether you’re planning spontaneous meetups, exploring different cities, or simply enjoying casual browsing, this comprehensive guide will show you how to hide or share your location on Sniffies with full control.
We’ll walk you through step-by-step for iPhone, Android, and desktop, including Travel Mode, VPNs, and more all written in a way that’s easy to understand.
Why Does Sniffies Ask for My Location?
Sniffies is a location-based social networking platform built for the LGBTQ+ community. It uses a map-based interface to help you discover nearby users, local events, and casual encounters in real-time.
When you open the site, you might see:
“Sniffies waiting for browser to share location“
That simply means your browser hasn’t given it access yet. Without that, Sniffies can’t show you nearby potential matches or hookups.
How to Share Your Location on Sniffies
Here’s how to enable location services to get the most out of the platform.
iPhone / iOS (Safari or Chrome)
- Open Safari or Chrome and visit Sniffies.com.
- Tap the “aA” icon in Safari’s URL bar > Website Settings.
- Tap Location > Select “Allow”.
- Refresh the page.
Android (Chrome)
- Visit Sniffies.com.
- Tap the lock icon next to the URL.
- Go to Permissions > Location > Allow.
- Refresh the page.
Desktop Browsers (Chrome/Firefox)
- Click the lock icon in the browser address bar.
- Go to Site Settings > Location > Allow.
- Reload Sniffies.
Quick Browser Settings Reference
| Device | Browser | How to Allow Location |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone | Safari | Tap “aA” > Website Settings > Location: Allow |
| Android | Chrome | Lock icon > Permissions > Location > Allow |
| Desktop | Chrome | Lock icon > Site Settings > Location: Allow |
| Desktop | Firefox | Preferences > Privacy > Permissions > Location |
🛠️ Troubleshooting tip: If the map still doesn’t show your location, clear your browser cache or check if a VPN is running.
How to Hide Your Location on Sniffies
Want to browse discreetly, or avoid showing your exact location? Here are your best options:
1. Use Sniffies Travel Mode
This lets you appear in a different city or country even when you’re at home.
- Tap the airplane icon on the map
- Choose any USA city or global location
- You’ll now appear there to other users
Perfect for browsing safely or planning a visit!
2. Turn Off Location in Your Browser
| Device | Steps to Block Location Access |
|---|---|
| iPhone | Settings > Safari > Location > Set to “Deny” |
| Android | Chrome > Site Settings > Location > Block |
| Desktop | Chrome > Privacy & Security > Site Settings > Block Sniffies |
This removes your exact GPS coordinates from being shared.
3. Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network)
VPNs hide your IP address and location. It’s great for:
- Avoiding wrong location issues
- Keeping browsing activity private
- Accessing Sniffies in blocked countries
🔗 Recommended: ProtonVPN or NordVPN
Location Mode Comparison Table
| Feature | Default Mode | Travel Mode | VPN Mode | Blocked Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shares real GPS? | ✅ Yes | ❌ No (Custom City) | ❌ No (VPN Server) | ❌ No |
| Appears on map? | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (Fake Area) | ✅ Yes (Based on VPN) | ❌ No |
| Privacy level | ❌ Low | ✅ High | ✅ High | ✅ High |
| Best for hookups? | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Medium | ⚠️ Medium | ❌ No |
| Mobile friendly? | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Sniffies Location Not Working? Try This
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| “Waiting for location…” | Enable location in browser/device settings |
| “Wrong location showing” | Use Travel Mode or switch VPN server |
| Map isn’t loading | Clear cache, switch browser, or visit in incognito mode |
| “Is Sniffies down?” | Check Sniffies Twitter |
Tips for Safe Browsing on Sniffies
- Use Travel Mode when exploring unknown areas
- Meet in public places
- Keep profile visibility off if you’re just browsing
- Use VPNs for extra privacy and data security
- Don’t overshare personal information
For more safety tips, check out our full Sniffies Privacy Guide.
Sniffies Travel Mode Setup Guide
How to Fix Sniffies Map Not Working
How to Delete or Recover Your Sniffies Account
FAQs
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Control your location. Enjoy your freedom. Connect your way.
