When using Driftscape through your mobile web browser, your device needs to share its location so the app can confirm when you are physically at locations that require on-site presence. This guide explains how to enable location permissions specifically for Safari on iOS and Chrome on Android, ensuring that location-based features on the Driftscape web app work properly.

What are Location Permissions?

Location permissions allow your web browser to access your device’s GPS and share it with the Driftscape web app. Without this permission, you won't be able to complete actions that require real-world verification, such as collecting points or rewards that require you to physically be there.

Location permissions remain entirely in your control, and you can enable or disable them at any time.

Examples of Use Cases for Location Permissions

Use Case 1: Collecting Points and Rewards

Some rewards require you to be physically present. When location access is blocked, the Driftscape web app displays:

Use Case 2: Location-Based Tours

Tours that unlock as you reach each stop depend entirely on browser location access.

Use Case 3: Viewing Nearby Place

The “nearby” view requires browser-based GPS access to show accurate distances and recommendations.

Get Started: Enabling Location Permissions on Mobile Browsers

Below are the steps for each supported device/browser combination.

IOS - Safari (Mobile Browser)

Step 1: Open Safari Settings in your Iphone

Locate the setting app in your Iphone and tap to open

Select the “Apps” section in your settings menu

Navigate to Safari Settings and select “Safari

Step 2: Enable Location Services for Safari

Locate the “location” tab near the bottom of the page

Select “Allow” in the location tab, a green check mark will appear beside your selection

Step 3: Return to the Driftscape Web App

Close settings and return to the Driftscape Web App. GPS Settings should be functioning properly now.

If GPS settings are still not working correctly, see step 4

Step 4: Clear Website Data If Necessary

If GPS is still not functioning properly, you may need to clear your website data. If you’ve previously been to the Driftscape Web App on this device & denied location access manually, this step will be necessary.

Navigate to Settings - Apps - Safari Settings as done in step 1

In Safari settings, navigate to “advanced” at the bottom of the page

Select Website Data

Select “Remove all website data” at the bottom of the page

Select “Remove Now” when prompted

After removing website data, return to the Driftscape Web App and refresh your browser page. GPS functionality will be working after following these steps on IOS.

Android - Google Chrome (Mobile Browser)

Driftscape recommends using the Google Chrome browser (default on most android devices) for mobile app usage. This will walk you through the steps to enable location services on Google Chrome for your android device.