Created by Niantic, Pokémon Go is a game which requires players to physically walk around the real world to find the animated characters. It uses a map accurate to the world and your phone’s GPS to know where you are. In Pokémon Go, everything from a plaque on the wall to a train station can be part of the game as a PokéStop (where you gain free items) or a Pokémon gym where you fight and train Pokémon. However, the locations aren’t pre-approved so many gyms are local businesses and places like churches. It’s perfectly possible, you’re experiencing an overwhelming amount of attention because you’re location is a Pokémon gym or a PokéStop. While some venues are embracing the situation, you might have good reason to want to remove your location as a Pokémon gym. It’s easy and quick to request removal. Also see: Nintendo Classic Mini NES release date, specs, games and features and Pokémon Sun and Moon.
How to remove a location, business or venue as a Pokémon Go gym or PokéStop
1. Navigate to the Pokémon Go support page – you might need to sign in with a Google account. 2. Under ‘Gameplay questions’ click on ‘Report an issue with a Gym or PokéStop’ 3. Now select ‘Request removal of a PokéStop or Gym’ 4. Fill out the form with as much detail as possible and hit Submit. Tech Advisor’s Reviews Editor, Chris has been reviewing all kinds of tech for over 10 years and specialises in audio. He also covers a range of topics including home entertainment, phones, laptops, tablets and more.
