GPS Tracking Software

GPS tracking software receives location data from GPS devices and turns it into a live map, historical playback, and reports. It's the software layer between a GPS tracker in a vehicle (or a phone, or any other device) and the dashboard a person actually uses to see where things are.

Traccar is free, open source GPS tracking software. It includes:

• A server that decodes incoming data from GPS devices, supporting 250+ device protocols out of the box, from consumer trackers to industrial fleet hardware.
• A web application and mobile apps for viewing live positions, historical routes, and reports.
• Geofences, events and notifications, and computed attributes for building custom alerts and rules on top of raw location data.
• User and permission management for running multiple accounts, groups, or reseller setups from one server.

Self-Hosted or Managed

Unlike most GPS tracking software, Traccar doesn't lock you into a subscription. You can:

• Self-host it for free using our installation guides or the Docker image, paying only for your own server.
• Use official managed hosting if you'd rather not run a server yourself, starting from our pricing page.

See our managed vs self-hosted comparison if you're deciding between the two, or try the live demo before committing to either.

Getting Started

To connect your first device, check the quick start guide and look up your specific device in the list of supported protocols. For a broader look at how Traccar compares to other GPS tracking platforms, see Traccar alternatives.