geo-fencing

Definition

Creating a virtual perimeter around a physical location to trigger targeted ads or notifications when people enter the area. Digital stalking made respectable through technology.

Example Usage

We're geo-fencing our competitor's stores to serve ads for our 'Why Pay More?' promotion to their customers.

Origin

Location-based mobile marketing technology, 2010s

Source: Mobile marketing and location-based advertising terminology

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