Colota - GPS Location Tracker

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About this app

Colota is an open-source GPS tracking application 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, OwnTracks, PhoneTrack, Reitti, Traccar, Home Assistant, or any custom backend that accepts JSON over HTTP


• Privacy First - No analytics, no telemetry, no third-party SDKs. Licensed under AGPL-3.0


• Tracking Profiles - Create multiple GPS configurations that switch automatically based on charging, Android Auto, speed or stationary detection


• Native Maps - Smooth map rendering with MapLibre GL, speed-colored tracks, tappable point details and downloadable offline map packs


• Location Inspector - Browse recorded trips on an interactive map with per-point details, stats and elevation charts


• Works Offline - Locations are queued locally and synced when connectivity returns. Export as CSV, GeoJSON, GPX or KML


• Reliable Tracking - Foreground service with auto-start on boot, passive location listener and exponential backoff for failed syncs


• Geofencing - Define pause zones with per-zone WiFi pause, motionless detection, entry delay and notification settings


• Flexible Sync - Instant send, periodic batch sync, Wi-Fi only or fully offline mode


• Auto-Export - Schedule automatic background exports on a daily, weekly or monthly basis


• Authentication - Basic Auth, Bearer Token, or custom headers with AES-256-GCM encryption


• Quick Setup - Configure devices instantly via colota:// deep links, QR codes or home screen shortcuts


• Configurable - Custom field mapping, update intervals, distance filters, accuracy thresholds, unit system and time format


• Data Management - Database statistics, scheduled cleanup and full data export


• Dark Mode - Full dark and light theme support

The FOSS variant uses Android's native LocationManager and has no Google Play Services dependency.

What’s new

- Fixed tracking getting stuck inside a geofence after physically leaving it. Open the app once after updating to resume tracking; if still stuck, toggle tracking off and on from the dashboard.
- Hardened auto-export notification PendingIntent against implicit-intent hijacking