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My iPad does have a GPS, and it's active, but I'm still getting the message:

GPS signal not found

The game makes it hard by not requesting for access. Is there a way to stop this message?

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  • Reopening because some models of iPad (including the OP's) do in fact have a GPS and thus is not the same issue as the iPod in the other question.
    – Robotnik ♦
    Commented Jul 15, 2016 at 22:07

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  • Make sure your GPS is on.
  • Make sure you have a signal.
  • Bad weather can affect this.

If you are still getting the error, reset the app, wait a while (5-10 mins) then try again.

Note: this does happen regularly while the app is opening. Give it a minute to pick up the signal.

Sometimes if you haven't allowed access to certain functions (i.e. GPS) you can turn this on in your settings:

  • Open Settings
  • Find the "Pokémon Go" app
  • Find the "GPS" or "Location" setting, and make sure it is on/allowed
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  • I tried still not working
    – user155445
    Commented Jul 14, 2016 at 23:31
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Whilst @Ben's answer is correct for iPads that have a mobile/cellular data connection, note that if your iPad is a Wi-Fi-only model, then you do not have a GPS chip:

WiFi-only iPad models (ones without cellular network capability) do NOT have a built-in GPS.
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You may have some luck using an external Bluetooth GPS receiver, however Pokemon Go also requires a network connection, so you will also need to utilise Wi-Fi hotspots or tethering in order to get Pokemon Go to work correctly.

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While using my iPad, whenever the message popped up, I just swipe up and turn my Bluetooth off for a few seconds and then turn it back on, suddenly my trainer starts to walk and let's me capture the Pokemon next to me, but it only lasts a few seconds so you'll have to click on the pokemon right away

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