Wrong Location

cruisinfanatic · ‎06-29-2020

Had to install a replacement motherboard. After installed I have always found that my computer thinks I'm from the Paramus, NJ area. Websites all think this. Is there a way to fix this? Thanks

old_geekster · ‎06-29-2020

@cruisinfanatic , welcome to the forum.

Here is a guide to help you change the Time Zone: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/change-time-zone-in-windows-8/#start_screen

This is the only setting that I am aware of that will affect your location.

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cruisinfanatic · ‎06-30-2020

The zip code is the problem, not the time zone

wb2001 · ‎06-30-2020

@cruisinfanatic,

Please try this:

To change the default location for your PC, which Windows, apps, and services can use when a more exact location can't be detected:

Go to Start > Settings > Privacy > Location.
Under Default location, select Set default.
The Windows Maps app will open. Follow the instructions to change your default location.

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cruisinfanatic · ‎07-02-2020

I get as far as location and that's it. There is a slider that is set on for let windows and apps use my location. Nothing I can find that says default

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