Privacy guide
Why offline GPS logging matters for privacy
Location history is sensitive. A private route journal should make recording useful without turning every walk, drive or trip into a cloud profile.
Local-first route history lowers exposure
GPS Logger stores recorded tracks on your device. That means your saved walking routes, hiking tracks, bike commutes and road trips are not uploaded as a location trail by default.
Background location should be visible and controlled
Android background location lets a GPS recording continue while screen is off. GPS Logger records only when you start it, with an ongoing notification during tracking. Optional auto-start after reboot exists, but you control it.
Live sharing should be temporary
Sometimes sharing current location is useful. GPS Logger App Cloud live share sends current position to admitted users with your resettable code and follower limit. It does not store a server-side trail; current position is overwritten and removed after stopping.
Exports should be open
Private does not mean trapped. GPX and KML export let you move route data into mapping tools, backups or other apps when you decide. See how to record and export GPX tracks on Android.
Privacy checklist for route tracking
- Use recording only when needed.
- Keep routes local unless sharing or exporting has a purpose.
- Reset live-share code when access should end.
- Export backups to storage you trust.
- Read app privacy policy before long-term use.
Full details live in the GPS Logger privacy policy.