Self-hosted GPS tracking with offline support, geofencing and native maps
About Colota - GPS Location Tracker
Colota - GPS Location Tracker is a tools app developed by mxd.codes.
How many times has Colota - GPS Location Tracker been downloaded?
Colota - GPS Location Tracker has been downloaded 620 times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 280 times.
What is the rating of Colota - GPS Location Tracker?
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Is Colota - GPS Location Tracker free?
Colota - GPS Location Tracker is free to download. The APK download size is 18.53 MB. The latest version available is 1.10.0. The last update was on May 31, 2026.
What are the requirements for Colota - GPS Location Tracker?
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play February 2026.
Description
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.
Recent changes: - Multi-select trips via long-press in Location History. - Tasker support: start/stop tracking via broadcast intent. - Battery charging status now correct in the Data tab. - Backup password field switched to hold-to-reveal. - Fixed motion-detection freezes on slower devices. - Trip detail: map track matches the title color; prev/next arrows switch trips. - Activity Log renamed to Logging, with a File tab for bug-report logs. - Fixed location import failing on files larger than a few KB.
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Comments on Colota - GPS Location Tracker for Android
★★★★★Edward Parkinson· Apr 2, 2026
Amazing app with many useful features and options. Only issue is it keep closing itself, but I'm sure that would be addressed in future updates
★★☆☆☆Marc Lange· Mar 19, 2026
Stopped recording after about 2 days. Now not even refreshing GPS. Removed permissions then added permissions and worked, but gps position in map was not refreshing. All other gps apps pulling accurate gps signal but not Coloma.
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