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OwnTracks vs Hauk: catalog facts
OwnTracksHauk
Free

Free and open source.

Free

Free and open source under the Apache-2.0 license.

Android, iOS, Self-hosted Android, Self-hosted
  • Location data goes to a server you control
  • Open protocols and open-source code
  • Real-time location sharing through a unique link
  • Backend can be hosted on your own server
  • Needs a server, which takes some setup to host yourself
  • Not a map or navigation app on its own
  • Requires a PHP server with Memcached or Redis
  • Android 6 or later is required for the companion app
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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