Apple rejection because UIBackgroundMode = location

Question

I submitted an app which tracks the user\'s location (and sends it to the server) at some fixed intervals chosen by the user (5 min, 10 min, 30 min, 1 h). The app should work in

Answer 1

To resolve you have to add the disclaimer in the App description in Itunes Connect "Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life."

Answer 2

Sounds like apple's complaint is that your apple think that your app doesn't need to use background location. If what you're trying to do is legitimate - e.g. your user would expect the app to track them in the background and this is a useful thing to them - you could try explaining why location tracking is needed in the review notes.

Answer 3

I think it is best to address these questions directly to Apple. I hope you did so. They are very good at communication, providing your response is professional and clear. As are your questions.

I find it hard to believe that anyone will be able to help you here.

Edit: Add description to your app. Be clear in your messages to the user and to apple reviewers. It seems to help a lot. Remember, they are people too.