Geo Tracking (Device Locations)

Geo Tracking, positioned as Device Locations within the Inventory module in Zecurit, is a vital security feature that allows IT administrators to monitor the real-time physical location of all managed devices.

This feature is particularly useful for IT teams managing remote workforces or securing devices across various locations.

What is Geo Tracking?

Geo Tracking leverages OS-level location services to detect the physical location of each managed device.

This information is displayed on the Device Locations Map, helping admins:

Verify asset location: Confirm devices are where they should be.
Detect misplaced or unauthorized devices: Quickly identify devices that are not in their expected locations.
Perform location-based investigations: Aid in investigations during data breaches or device theft.

⚠️ Zecurit does not store historical location data unless the Location History setting is explicitly enabled.

Accessing Device Location Information

1. Device Locations View (All Devices)

You can access this view by navigating to Inventory → Device Locations.

Key Features:

Map View: See all managed devices displayed on a map.
Mouse Hover: Hover over a device marker to view its Device Name.
Click on a device marker: Get detailed information, including:
- Device Name: e.g., DESKTOP-CJNEMGL
- Logged-in User: e.g., David
- Address: e.g., Kodambakkam – Sriperumbudur Road, Chengalpattu, Kundrathur – 600069, Tamil Nadu, India
- IP Address: e.g., 172.16.48.243
- Contact Time: e.g., 2025-06-27 06:34:57
Location History: If enabled, click to view historical location data. This will redirect you to the Individual Device Location History Page.

2. Location Under Device Details

Access this information via Inventory → Device Details → Location Tab.

This section displays:

Current Location: Address and Lat/Long coordinates.
Last Contacted Time.
IP Address.
An option to View Location History

Location history is visible only if Location History Tracking is enabled in settings.

Geo Location Settings

Configure your Geo Tracking preferences by going to Inventory → Settings → Geo Location.

Configuration Options:

Enable Geo Tracking: Turn this feature on or off.
Choose where to apply geo-tracking:
- All Devices
- Selected Groups
- All Except Selected Groups
Enable Location History:
- Optionally enable storing historical location data.
- Choose a retention period:
  - 7 Days
  - 15 Days
  - 30 Days
  - 60 Days
  - 90 Days

Note: Historical data is collected via Scheduled Scans or On-Demand Scans.

Requirements for Geo Tracking to Work

For Zecurit to successfully fetch geo-location details, the device’s location services must be enabled.

How to Enable Location Services:

On Windows:
1. Go to Settings → Privacy → Location.
2. Ensure Location for this device is set to On.
3. Scroll down and turn on Allow apps to access your location.
4. Verify that the Zecurit Agent or system-level services are allowed to access location.
On macOS:
1. Go to System Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services.
2. Turn on Location Services.
3. Click the lock icon to make changes if necessary.
4. Enable access for System Services and ensure the Zecurit Agent or system components are authorized.

Why Use Geo Tracking?

Geo Tracking provides several key benefits for IT security and management:

Enforces device accountability: Helps ensure devices are used responsibly and in authorized areas.
Detects geo-anomalies: Identifies devices being used in unexpected or unapproved locations.
Supports compliance and audit trails: Provides location data for regulatory compliance and auditing purposes.
Enhances incident response: Improves the ability to respond to incidents like asset loss or theft by providing location information.