Definition
An Entra named location groups IP ranges or geographic regions for use in some Conditional Access policies.
How it works
Policies can match public IP ranges or countries/regions inferred from sign-in signals. An IP-derived location does not prove identity or device trust.
Real-world example
An organization labels its fixed egress IP addresses as trusted locations for a narrowly defined Conditional Access scenario.
Limits and best practices
Account for VPNs, proxies, dynamic addresses and geolocation errors. A named location is not a substitute for strong authentication.