GpsGate Tracker for Android

With the Tracker Android app, it is possible to use your Android devices as trackers to report to GpsGate.

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1. Download the app

1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android device.

2. Search for 'gpsgate' in the search box and select GpsGate Tracker.

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Download link (Google Play Store)

Alternative: scan the QR code you see below to get the direct link. Note: in some versions of Android, the QR code works inside the camera app when Google Lens suggestions are activated.

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  • If you prefer a manual installation you can download the APK file and install it directly on your phone. Check your specific phone's instructions on how to install APK files from external sources.

2. Create the user

Continue by adding a user as described in the Adding Assets to GpsGate guide.

3. App configuration

1. Open the Tracker App

2. When asked, tap on Open Permissions.

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3. For location, tap on Allow in settings.

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4. To allow Tracker to work in the background, select Allow all the time.

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5. Go back to the Tracker app, and select Allow manage phone calls permission. 

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6. Allow access to photos and media

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7. Select Configure by tapping on the top-right of the screen.

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8. Input your server details where:

  • Server: the DNS or IP address of your server. The IP/DNS address is shown on the tracker’s registration window (Fleet app or Web version). The first image below shows the registration window in the Fleet app and the second image displays the web version.

  • Port: leave the default 30175 port.
  • Device Phone Number: the phone SIM card number.

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9. After you're done, click on Register Tracker.

Your Tracker App is now set!