OwnTracks Recorder
Self-hosted store and access for location history
OwnTracks Recorder is a lightweight program that stores and accesses location data published by the OwnTracks mobile apps. It enables private, self-hosted presence detection and location history.
Key features
- Stores location history
- Private presence detection
- MQTT and HTTP modes
- Home Assistant integration
Pros & cons
Strengths
- Fully private location tracking
- Very lightweight
Trade-offs
- Requires the OwnTracks app
- Setup is technical
OwnTracks Recorder replaces
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