# Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging

> Mark, track & discover wild food spots with GPS — foragers & hikers

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gh\_its.foragersbuddy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gh_its.foragersbuddy)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.gh_its.foragersbuddy`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** G.H IT Services
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 24,351
- **Rating:** 3.19 / 5 (83 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.9.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-24
- **First published:** 2015-02-05
- **Publisher country:** CY
- **Size:** 4.53 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gh_its.foragersbuddy)
- **Website:** [https://sites.google.com/view/gh-its/home](https://sites.google.com/view/gh-its/home)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/gh-its/foragers-buddy-privacy-policy](https://sites.google.com/view/gh-its/foragers-buddy-privacy-policy)

## Description

Forager’s Buddy is a GPS mapping and tracking app built for foragers, hikers, mushroom hunters, fishermen, and outdoor explorers. Easily mark, organize, and revisit wild food locations on the map using your device’s GPS, so you never lose track of herbs, mushrooms, fishing spots, or hunting areas.

Key features include route recording, map-based spot management, photo attachments, CSV/KML/GPX exports, and SOS/emergency location sharing. The Free edition covers essentials, while PRO adds ad-free use, activity statistics, radar mode, weather data, and enhanced export options for GIS workflows, bloggers, and researchers.

## Rankings

- #401,888 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_*`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.gh_its.foragersbuddy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.samsung.android.providers.context.permission.WRITE_USE_APP_FEATURE_SURVEY`

## Review summary

Users appreciate Forager's Buddy for marking private foraging spots, recording walks with timestamps, and the seasonal "What To Forage" feature. The creator's responsiveness is also praised. Common issues include the map's forced centering on current location preventing exploration, inability to add or edit observations remotely, sparse data in some regions, a clunky user interface, and restricted functionality unless the pro version is purchased.

### Pros

- Allows users to mark and save private foraging spots effectively.
- Includes useful features like recording walks with timestamps and retracing steps.
- The "What To Forage This Month" feature aids seasonal foraging insights.
- Supports backing up and restoring foraging data across devices.
- Responsive developer and helpful support noted by users.

### Cons

- Map auto-centers on current location and does not allow free movement, frustrating users wanting to explore other areas.
- Cannot add or edit observations without being physically at the location, limiting usability.
- Some users report lack of data or foraging spots in their area, making the app less useful.
- The user interface is described as clunky and not intuitive by several users.
- Limited functionality in the free version with many desired features requiring purchase.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gh_its.foragersbuddy)