Global Location-Based Services Market Size, Share, and Trends Analysis Report – Industry Overview and Forecast to 2032

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Global Location-Based Services Market Size, Share, and Trends Analysis Report – Industry Overview and Forecast to 2032

  • ICT
  • May 2025
  • Global
  • 350 Pages
  • No of Tables: 220
  • No of Figures: 60
  • Author : Megha Gupta

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Global Location Based Services Market

Market Size in USD Billion

CAGR :  % Diagram

Bar chart comparing the Global Location Based Services Market size in 2024 - 97.69 and 2032 - 527.00, highlighting the projected market growth. USD 97.69 Billion USD 527.00 Billion 2024 2032
Diagram Forecast Period
2025 –2032
Diagram Market Size (Base Year)
USD 97.69 Billion
Diagram Market Size (Forecast Year)
USD 527.00 Billion
Diagram CAGR
%
Diagram Major Markets Players
  • Alphabet Inc.
  • Microsoft
  • IBM
  • Cisco Systems Inc.
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP

Global Location-Based Services Market Segmentation, By Component (Hardware, and Software and Services), Location Type (Indoor, and Outdoor), Application (Tracking and Navigation, Marketing and Advertising, Location-based Social Networks, Location-based Health Monitoring, and Others), Technology (BLE Beacons, WI-FI, GPS/GNSS, and Others), Industry Vertical (Transportation and Logistics, Retail, Government, Tourism and Hospitality, Manufacturing, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Media and Entertainment, and Others) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2032

 Location-Based Services Market

Location-Based Services Market Size

  • The global Location-Based Services market was valued at USD 97.69 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 527 billion by 2032
  • During the forecast period of 2025 to 2032 the market is such asly to grow at a CAGR of 23.45%, primarily driven by the increasing demand for real-time data and personalized customer experiences
  • This growth is driven by factors such as rising adoption of smartphones, the expansion of mobile internet access, and the growing need for businesses to enhance operational efficiency

Location-Based Services Market Analysis

  • The location-based services market has witnessed a surge in demand, particularly driven by advancements in mobile technology and the widespread use of smartphones and other connected devices
  • Key industries such as retail, transportation, and logistics are increasingly leveraging location-based services to enhance customer engagement, improve operational efficiency, and offer personalized experiences
  • Businesses are adopting location-based technologies to gain valuable insights into customer behavior, track assets in real-time, and optimize their supply chains, resulting in improved decision-making and resource management
  • The growing integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning into location-based services is providing businesses with more accurate and real-time data, helping them better predict consumer needs and trends
  • For instance, retail businesses are using location-based services to create targeted marketing campaigns, understand consumer foot traffic, and optimize store layouts to drive sales and improve the overall customer experience

Report Scope and Location-Based Services Market Segmentation    

Attributes

Location-Based Services Key Market Insights

Segments Covered

  • By Component: Hardware, and Software and Services
  • By Location Type: Indoor, and Outdoor
  • By Application: Tracking and Navigation, Marketing and Advertising, Location-based Social Networks, Location-based Health Monitoring, and Others
  • By Technology: BLE Beacons, WI-FI, GPS/GNSS, and Others
  • By Industry Vertical: Transportation and Logistics, Retail, Government, Tourism and Hospitality, Manufacturing, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Media and Entertainment, and Others

Countries Covered

North America

  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico

Europe

  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Netherlands
  • Switzerland
  • Belgium
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Turkey
  • Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • Australia
  • Thailand
  • Indonesia
  • Philippines
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific

Middle East and Africa

  • Saudi Arabia
  • U.A.E.
  • South Africa
  • Egypt
  • Israel
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa

South America

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America

Key Market Players

  • Alphabet Inc. (U.S.)
  • Microsoft (U.S.)
  • IBM (U.S.)
  • Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.)
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (U.S.)
  • Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Sweden)
  • Maxar Technologies (U.S.)
  • ALE International (France)
  • ALE USA Inc. (U.S.)
  • Qualcomm Technologies Inc. (U.S.)
  • Qubercomm (U.S.)
  • Esri (U.S.)
  • Zebra Technologies Corp. (U.S.)
  • Polaris Wireless (U.S.)
  • iSpace (U.S.)
  • HERE (Germany)
  • Connexient (U.S.)
  • Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (U.S.)
  • Phunware Inc. (U.S.)
  • Oracle (U.S.)
  • Google LLC (U.S.)

Market Opportunities

 

Value Added Data Infosets

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Location-Based Services Market Trends

“Increasing Adoption of 3D Imaging and Digital Integration”

  •  The location-based services market is experiencing significant growth, driven by advancements in mobile technology and the increasing availability of high-speed internet
  • More businesses are adopting location-based services to enhance customer experience through personalized offers, real-time tracking, and improved customer support
  • The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning is transforming location-based services by providing more accurate insights and predictive capabilities for businesses
  • Cloud-based solutions are gaining traction in the market, offering scalability and cost-effective solutions for businesses to manage and analyze location-based data more efficiently
  • For instance, in the transportation sector, companies are using location-based services to optimize delivery routes, improve fleet management, and reduce operational costs, leading to improved business performance

Location-Based Services Market Dynamics

Driver

“Increased Demand for Personalized Customer Experiences”

  • The growing demand for personalized customer experiences is driving the location-based services market
  • Businesses are leveraging location data from smartphones and mobile apps to gain insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and movement patterns
  • This data allows businesses to create targeted marketing campaigns, special offers, and loyalty programs tailored to individual customer needs
  • For instance, use location-based services to send real-time promotions and discounts to customers when they are near a store, enhancing customer engagement and increasing in-store visits
  • Industries such as hospitality and tourism are also benefiting, offering personalized services such as customized travel itineraries based on location, leading to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty

Opportunity

“Expansion in Smart City Initiatives”

  • The rapid development of smart city initiatives presents a significant opportunity in the location-based services market
  • Governments and municipalities are investing in technologies to improve urban infrastructure management and efficiency
  • Location-based services play a key role in smart city projects, offering real-time data and insights on traffic flow, public transportation, and utilities
  • For instance, intelligent transportation systems powered by location data help optimize traffic management, public transportation routes, and provide real-time updates to commuters
  • These services also support sustainable cities by reducing congestion, lowering carbon footprints, and enhancing overall resource management, creating substantial growth opportunities for service providers in the location-based services market

Restraint/Challenge

“Privacy and Data Security Concerns”

  • A major restraint in the location-based services market is the growing concern over data privacy and security
  • The collection of real-time location data increases the risk of privacy breaches and misuse of personal information
  • Location data can expose sensitive details about individuals' movements, habits, preferences, and behaviors, raising concerns about its management and misuse
  • Stringent data privacy regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), impose penalties on companies that fail to meet privacy standards, making compliance costly and complex
  • The increasing risk of cyberattacks on location data systems necessitates businesses to invest in advanced security measures, creating a significant challenge for maintaining consumer trust and adhering to legal requirements

Location-Based Services Market Scope

The market is segmented on the basis application, product type, technology, magnification type, end user, and distribution channel.

Segmentation

Sub-Segmentation

By Component

  • Hardware
  • Software and Services

By Location Type

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor

By Application

  • Tracking and Navigation
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Location-based Social Networks
  • Location-based Health Monitoring
  • Others

By Technology

  • BLE Beacons
  • WI-FI
  • GPS/GNSS
  • Others

By Industry Vertical

  • Transportation and Logistics
  • Retail
  • Government
  • Tourism
  • Hospitality
  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare and Life Sciences
  • Media and Entertainment
  • Others

Location-Based Services Market Regional Analysis

“North America is the Dominant Region in the Location-Based Services Market”

  • North America holds the largest share of the global location-based services market, driven by advanced technological infrastructure and high adoption rates of smartphones with 43% market share
  • The region benefits from significant investments in Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and innovations in mobile and location-based services
  • The demand for personalized customer experiences, such as targeted marketing, has fueled the market growth in North America
  • Retail, transportation, and logistics industries are major contributors to the region’s market leadership, leveraging location data to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer engagement
  • The presence of major technology companies in the U.S., such as Google and Apple, also plays a crucial role in shaping the location-based services market in North America

“Asia-Pacific is Projected to Register the Highest Growth Rate”

  • The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing the highest growth rate in the location-based services market, with a market share of 30% driven by rapid urbanization and increasing smartphone penetration
  • Countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asian nations are adopting location-based services at an accelerating pace, particularly in industries such as retail, transportation, and e-commerce
  • Governments in the region are heavily investing in smart city initiatives and urban planning, creating significant demand for location-based services to improve traffic management, public transportation, and resource allocation
  • Increased demand for data-driven insights and real-time analytics from small and medium-sized businesses is also contributing to market growth in Asia-Pacific
  • The rising use of location-based mobile applications, such as navigation and delivery services, further boosts the market expansion in this region

Location-Based Services Market Share

The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.

The Major Market Leaders Operating in the Market Are:

  • Alphabet Inc. (U.S.)
  • Microsoft (U.S.)
  • IBM (U.S.)
  • Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.)
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (U.S.)
  • Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Sweden)
  • Maxar Technologies (U.S.)
  • ALE International (France)
  • ALE USA Inc. (U.S.)
  • Qualcomm Technologies Inc. (U.S.)
  • Qubercomm (U.S.)
  • Esri (U.S.)
  • Zebra Technologies Corp. (U.S.)
  • Polaris Wireless (U.S.)
  • iSpace (U.S.)
  • HERE (Germany)
  • Connexient (U.S.)
  • Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (U.S.)
  • Phunware Inc. (U.S.)
  • Oracle (U.S.)
  • Google LLC (U.S.)

Latest Developments in Global Location-Based Services Market

  • In October 2023, the Government of India inaugurated a nationwide Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS) network, operated by the Survey of India. This advanced system offers real-time, centimeter-level positioning accuracy, significantly enhancing applications in surveying, mapping, and infrastructure development across the country
  • In June 2023, TomTom announced the integration of its comprehensive traffic data into PTV Group's automated transport modeling solution, PTV Model2Go. This collaboration enables the rapid generation of detailed transportation models for entire cities or regions, streamlining the planning process for urban mobility projects
  • In April 2023, Maxar Technologies secured a contract to construct a geostationary communications satellite, designated ES XXV, for DISH Network. This satellite will enhance DISH's capacity to deliver high-definition broadcast services across North America, reinforcing its commitment to providing quality content to its subscribers
  • In February 2023, HERE Technologies partnered with Cognizant to provide real-time location insights and analytics across various industries, including retail, logistics, and automotive. This alliance aims to enhance digital customer experiences by leveraging HERE's robust location data platform
  • In December 2022, Mapbox launched a suite of new products designed to assist developers and organizations in making data-driven decisions. These tools offer innovative location technologies that facilitate the creation of intuitive and seamless user experiences 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The global location-based services market size was valued at USD 97.69 billion in 2024.
The global location-based services market is to grow at a CAGR of 23.45% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2032.
The location-based services market is segmented into five notable segments based on component, location type, application, technology, and industry vertical. On the basis of location type, the market is segmented into indoor, and outdoor. On the basis of application, the market is segmented into tracking and navigation, marketing and advertising, location-based social networks, location-based health monitoring, and others. On the basis of technology, the market is segmented into BLE beacons, wi-fi, GPS/GNSS, and others. On the basis of industry vertical, the market is segmented into transportation and logistics, retail, government, tourism and hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, media and entertainment, and others.
Companies such as Alphabet Inc. (U.S.), Microsoft (U.S.), IBM (U.S.), Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (U.S.), Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Sweden), are the major companies in the Location-Based Services market.
Companies such as Alphabet Inc. (U.S.), Microsoft (U.S.), IBM (U.S.), Cisco Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (U.S.), Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Sweden), are the major companies in the Location-Based Services market.
In October 2023, the Government of India inaugurated a nationwide Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS) network, operated by the Survey of India. This advanced system offers real-time, centimeter-level positioning accuracy, significantly enhancing applications in surveying, mapping, and infrastructure development across the country.
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