WhatsApp Location Opens Ola Automatically on Realme? Fix It Step by Step (Uber & Rapido Too)
If your WhatsApp location is opening Ola, Uber, or Rapido automatically instead of Google Maps on your Realme phone, this guide will help you fix it permanently.
Problem Summary:
WhatsApp sends a location link, but Android mistakenly opens ride apps because they are set as default map handlers.
WhatsApp sends a location link, but Android mistakenly opens ride apps because they are set as default map handlers.
Why Does This Issue Happen?
- Multiple ride apps installed (Ola, Uber, Rapido)
- Android auto-assigns a default app
- Realme UI skips the app chooser popup
- Wrong default map app is saved
Quick Fix (30-Second Method)
- Open Settings
- Go to Apps → App Management
- Open Ola / Uber / Rapido
- Tap Open by default
- Tap Clear defaults
If the issue continues, follow the complete solutions below.
Method 1: Clear Default App Settings (Important)
- Open Settings
- Go to Apps → App Management
- Open Ola
- Tap Open by default
- Tap Clear defaults
Repeat the same steps for Uber and Rapido.
Method 2: Set Google Maps as Default Map App
- Open Settings
- Go to Apps
- Tap Default Apps
- Select Maps
- Choose Google Maps
Method 3: Reset App Preferences (Safe – No Data Loss)
- Open Settings
- Go to Apps → App Management
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮)
- Select Reset app preferences
- Confirm
Note: This will NOT delete apps or personal data. It only resets default behavior.
Method 4: Clear WhatsApp Cache (Optional)
- Open Settings
- Go to Apps
- Open WhatsApp
- Tap Storage
- Tap Clear Cache (Do NOT clear data)
Test the Fix
- Open WhatsApp
- Open any chat
- Tap Attachment → Location
- Send current or live location
If Google Maps Option Is Missing
- Update Google Maps from Play Store
- Open Google Maps once
- Allow Location permission
- Repeat Method 2
Supported Realme Versions
- Realme UI 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0+
- Android 11, 12, 13, 14
Frequently Asked Questions
Will resetting app preferences delete my data?
No. It only resets default app actions.
Why does this issue return after updates?
System updates may reassign default apps automatically.
Is this a WhatsApp bug?
No. This is an Android default app handling issue.