Answers · Android

Does Mock Location Work in Airplane Mode?

Learn how airplane mode, Wi‑Fi, mobile data, maps and Android mock location interact.

A selected mock provider can still supply coordinates, but map tiles, search, routing and the receiving app may need an internet connection.

What can still work

  • The selected Android mock provider can provide a stored coordinate.
  • An app with cached map data may display that point.
  • A local test app can read location without calling a server.

What may stop working

  • Place search and route calculation.
  • Map tile downloads.
  • Server-side nearby results.
  • Account sign-in, analytics and live synchronization.

How to test offline behavior

Prepare the point and route while online, cache any permitted test data, enable airplane mode, then record which screens use local data and which fail gracefully. Do not assume a visible marker means the full product is offline-capable.

Common questions

Do I need mobile data for the coordinate itself?

Not necessarily, but FlashGo or the receiving app may need network access for maps, search or route services.

Can Wi‑Fi be turned on while airplane mode is active?

Many Android devices allow it, but behavior varies; verify the actual radio state on the test device.

Use responsiblyReceiving apps can detect or reject mocked locations. Follow applicable laws and third-party terms; do not use FlashGo to mislead others or bypass restrictions.