As a driver, accurate location tracking is essential for turn-by-turn navigation and ensuring passengers can see your real-time location. The app uses GPS data to measure distance, travel time, ride costs, and earnings. Follow these steps to improve GPS accuracy and prevent location tracking issues.
Improving Phone Connectivity
Most app-related issues can be resolved by:
- Closing and reopening the app.
- Turning airplane mode on and off.
- Restarting your phone.
- Uninstalling and reinstalling the app.
If you have weak network reception, moving to a better coverage area may help.
Additional Tips to Improve Location Accuracy
- Keep Your Phone Plugged In: Some devices reduce GPS accuracy when on battery power. Keeping your phone plugged in can improve location tracking.
- Turn on WiFi and Bluetooth: GPS performance improves when WiFi and Bluetooth are enabled, even if you aren’t connected to a network.
- Use a Phone Mount: Mount your phone on the dashboard or windshield. Avoid keeping it in the center console or pocket, which can obstruct signals.
- Close Unused Apps: Running multiple apps in the background, especially those using location services, may impact GPS accuracy.
- Keep Your Software and App Updated: Regularly update your phone’s operating system and the Hitchhyke app to benefit from improvements in GPS performance.
- Upgrade Your Phone: Older phones may have outdated GPS hardware. If possible, consider upgrading to a newer model for improved accuracy.
- Avoid Calls While Driving: Some networks limit data usage during phone calls, which may disrupt real-time location tracking.
- Start and Stop Rides Only When Stationary: Ensure your vehicle is completely stopped before starting or ending a ride to improve location accuracy.