Google makes location button the minimum for precise location in Android apps

Google's preview of its Play policy names the location button as the recommended minimum scope for precise location, effective January 27, 2027. The same date applies to a new contacts policy.

• Location button becomes the recommended minimum for precise location
• New Play rules take effect on January 27, 2027
• Precise access allowed only where the button or coarse location is insufficient
• A new contacts policy starts on the same date