GPSTrackern

GPSTrackern is an open-source software platform for collecting, visualizing, and analyzing GPS trace data from vehicles, athletes, and other sensors. It provides a web-based interface for users to view live locations, replay past trips, and manage large collections of routes. The project is designed to be data-agnostic and supports multiple devices and data sources, making it suitable for personal tracking as well as small-scale fleet monitoring and event logistics.

Core features include live tracking and playback, map visualization with pan and zoom, and advanced analytics such as speed, elevation, and time-based summaries. It supports importing and exporting traces in common formats such as GPX, KML, CSV, and JSON, and can export aggregated reports. The platform offers data management tools, user access control, and an API for integration with other systems.

GPSTrackern’s architecture typically comprises a server component that stores traces, a processing pipeline for cleaning and enriching data, and a web frontend for visualization. It emphasizes openness and interoperability, often leveraging open map tiles and standard web technologies.

Development follows a community-driven model, with ongoing contributions from individual developers and organizations. The project aims for modular design, allowing plugins or extensions to add new data sources, visualization modes, or analytics.

GPSTrackern is used by hobbyists, athletes, researchers, and small organizations that need a flexible, low-cost GPS data solution. It competes with commercial tracking platforms by offering an adaptable, privacy-conscious option for users who want control over their data.