# myTracks - The GPS-Logger

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Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id358697908](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id358697908)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id358697908`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Dirk Stichling
- **Category:** Navigation
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (211 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.4.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-06
- **First published:** 2010-03-19
- **Size:** 298 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mytracks-the-gps-logger/id358697908)
- **Website:** [https://www.mytracks4mac.info](https://www.mytracks4mac.info/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.mytracks4mac.info/en/contact/privacy\_policy\_apps](https://www.mytracks4mac.info/en/contact/privacy_policy_apps)

## Description

myTracks turns your iPhone or Apple Watch into a fully functional GPS logger with maps (including offline support), waypoints, and photos linked to each track. All GPS data stays on your device, with optional iCloud sync to keep records across iOS and macOS. 

Export GPS data in GPX, KML, KMZ, or ZIP formats, manage tracks in a dedicated library, and share via email or social media. The Apple Watch app shows live recording stats and lets you control recordings from your wrist. MyTracks is ad-free and offers Premium features for extended capabilities. Continuous GPS use can impact battery life. Languages supported include German, English, French, Japanese, and Spanish.

## Rankings

- #104,404 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise myTracks for simplicity, offline maps, iCloud sync, and export, but reliability and monetization concerns recur: freezes and failed recordings, data loss, and paywalls for core features, with occasional iOS compatibility issues.

### Pros

- Simple, straightforward GPS logger that does what it advertises
- Offline vector OpenStreetMap maps reduce storage and work offline
- iCloud sync with Mac app for cross-device workflows
- Flexible recording options (Diary mode vs normal)
- Strong export capabilities (GPX/KML, sharing to Google Earth/Maps)

### Cons

- Frequent freezes/crashes and failure to record or save tracks
- Premium paywall gating essential features (subscription required to continue recording)
- Data loss issues: maps or tracks disappearing or not being saved
- iOS updates/versions causing compatibility issues or crashes
- Some export/sharing options require upgrading or involve cumbersome processes

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