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OwnTracks vs Traccar: catalog facts
OwnTracks	Traccar
Free Free and open source.	Freemium Free to self-host, with paid managed hosting and professional support.
Android, iOS, Self-hosted	Windows, Linux, Android, iOS, Web, Self-hosted
Location data goes to a server you control Open protocols and open-source code	Supports a wide range of GPS tracker devices and protocols Free to self-host on Windows or Linux
Needs a server, which takes some setup to host yourself Not a map or navigation app on its own	Running your own server takes setup and upkeep Tracking people requires their consent and should respect local law
Downloadable app, Self-hosted	Downloadable app, Self-hosted, Hosted service
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
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
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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