Self-hosted GPS tracker. Open source, geofencing, offline mode, no telemetry
About this app
Colota is an open-source GPS tracking app that sends your location to your own server over HTTP(S). It works offline, supports geofencing, and doesn't share any data except with your configured backends.
Features
• Self-Hosted - Works with Dawarich, GeoPulse, Home Assistant, OwnTracks, PhoneTrack, Reitti, Traccar or any custom backend that accepts JSON over HTTP
• Privacy First - No analytics, no telemetry, no third-party SDKs. Licensed under AGPL-3.0
• Works Offline - Fully functional without a server. Locations are queued locally and synced when connectivity returns. Export as CSV, GeoJSON, GPX or KML
• Offline Maps - Download map areas to the device for use without an internet connection
• Scheduled Export - Automatic daily, weekly or monthly exports to a local directory with file retention management
• Location History - Daily summaries, trip segmentation, calendar with activity dots and per-trip export
• Reliable Tracking - Foreground service, auto-start on boot and exponential backoff retry
• Geofencing - Pause zones that automatically stop recording locations
• Tracking Profiles - Automatically adjust GPS interval, distance filter and sync settings based on conditions like charging, car mode or speed
• Flexible Sync - Instant, batch or offline modes. Restrict sync to Wi-Fi, a specific SSID or VPN
• App Shortcuts - Long-press the app icon to start or stop tracking directly from the home screen. Compatible with automation apps like Tasker and Samsung Routines
• Quick Setup - Configure devices via colota://setup deep links or QR codes
• Authentication - Basic Auth, Bearer Token or custom headers
• Dark Mode - Full light and dark theme support
The FOSS variant uses Android's native LocationManager and has no Google Play Services dependency.
Licensed under AGPL-3.0-only, by Max Dietrich.
What's New in v1.12.1
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - FOSS variant: faster and more accurate fixes on Android 12+ via the platform fused location provider, with GPS fallback on older versions
Version history
Jul 15, 2026 · 44 MB · Android API 26–36 · code 42
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - FOSS variant: faster and more accurate fixes on Android 12+ via the platform fused location provider, with GPS fallback on older versions
SHA-256 7d366370e4d29dfa8eee7c1fe361ee7c132e4822e85109d0d2b7940771560250
Jul 10, 2026 · 44 MB · Android API 26–36 · code 41
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - Share your setup as a link: pick which settings, geofences and profiles to include from the new Share Setup screen in Settings.
- - Fixed tracking stopping after an app update.
- - GeoJSON export is now using MultiPoint instead of Point
- - update com.google.android.gms:play-services-location to v21.4.0
SHA-256 8407224ef77fcde01471c94e83fd47244ac3800d48ec027d1c4b6a75faec84a9
Jun 16, 2026 · 43.7 MB · Android API 26–36 · code 40
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- - Add notes to individual points. Tap a point on the map in Location History or a trip to annotate it.
- - Exports now include bearing and battery status for every point, in all formats.
- - Tracking now auto-resumes when you connect a charger after a low-battery stop.
- - Tracking profiles support an activation delay.
SHA-256 386d9c42c23d7d87e9ef6665a7a76b3fe9c2903977b95590b45bd79af635fb6d
Will it run on your device?
92%
- Runs on a broad range of modern Android versions.
- Multiple CPU architectures are covered.
- Aligned with the latest Android target SDK expectations.
Installation Guide
Open Settings on your Android device
Go to Security → Unknown sources (or Install unknown apps)
Enable "Allow from this source" for your browser or file manager
Open the downloaded APK file from your Downloads folder
Tap "Install" and wait for installation to complete
Launch the app from your home screen
Make sure to re-enable Unknown Sources restrictions after installation for security.
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7d366370e4d29dfa8eee7c1fe361ee7c132e4822e85109d0d2b7940771560250
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