Personal Location Code System for Cross-Network Privacy Control

The patent introduces a location information broker as an intermediary component that mediates between different network operators. The broker receives location requests, translates them into network-specific formats, and manages the exchange of location information according to each operator's privacy rules. This intermediary layer resolves compatibility issues by acting as a universal translator between proprietary systems, enabling reliable cross-network location sharing without requiring direct compatibility between operators.

The patent creates a universal location code format that can be understood by multiple network operators simultaneously. This universal format serves as a common language that transcends operator-specific proprietary formats, allowing any operator to process location requests from any other operator. The universal approach enables multi-functionality where a single location code can be used across different networks without requiring separate formats for each operator.

The patent implements dynamic permission management where location sharing authorization is not fixed but can be changed in real-time. Users can dynamically adjust their privacy settings, grant or revoke access to specific applications, and modify sharing parameters without requiring system reconfiguration. This dynamic approach allows the system to adapt to changing user preferences while maintaining security, eliminating the need for blanket permissions while reducing interruptions compared to continuous user prompts.

The patent employs preliminary action by establishing user-defined privacy rules and authorization conditions before location requests are processed. Users pre-configure their privacy preferences, allowed applications, and sharing parameters, which are then automatically enforced during location request processing. This preliminary setup eliminates the need for continuous user intervention while maintaining security control, as the system automatically applies pre-established privacy rules to filter and authorize requests.

The patent applies preliminary action by having users configure their privacy rules and authorization conditions in advance. These pre-established rules are automatically applied to subsequent location requests without requiring repeated user input. The system remembers user preferences and applies them consistently, eliminating the need for continuous interruptions while maintaining privacy control.

The patent implements self-service by enabling the location sharing system to automatically enforce user-defined privacy rules without requiring continuous user intervention. Once users establish their privacy preferences and authorized applications, the system autonomously manages location request authorization according to these pre-set parameters. This self-service capability maintains privacy control while eliminating excessive interruptions, as the system independently processes requests according to user-established guidelines.