About this tag
The geolocation troubleshooting tag brings together guidance for resolving location access problems in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11. Current coverage focuses on Edge 149 displaying a “Location is turned off in system settings” message even when browser permissions and Windows location services appear enabled. The troubleshooting process examines the layered relationship between website requests, Edge settings, Windows location services, and enterprise policy. These overlapping controls can prevent a browser from accessing a device’s physical location without clearly identifying which setting is responsible. Use this tag to follow practical explanations of browser location permissions and the system or policy conflicts that can affect them.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    Fix Edge 149 “Location is turned off in system settings” on Windows 11

    Microsoft Edge 149, released to the Stable channel in early June 2026, is drawing fresh attention because some Windows 11 users are seeing “Location is turned off in system settings” even when Edge, Windows location services, or both appear to be configured correctly. The fix is not one magic...