CityTrace – Travel Map`
Light up where you've been
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Visualize your travels across China by coloring in prefecture-level cities on an interactive map. Track your progress, unlock achievements, and generate personalized travel reviews to share.
What's New in CityTrace
1.9
September 8, 2026
New: the South America map Light up 101 regions — 27 Brazilian states, 24 Argentine provinces, 16 Chilean regions, 25 Peruvian regions and 9 Bolivian departments. · The whole continent fills the map, with no inset — every region is tappable where it really is · "Light up my current city" works across all five countries: Machu Picchu, Uyuni, Iguazú, Patagonia · New achievements: The Andes Traverse, Patagonia, The Amazon, The Atlantic Coast · Country progress in Stats; footprint and year-in-review posters support it too Better search (all maps) Search results now show the country or region instead of a generic label — "Hokkaido / Japan" reads better than "Hokkaido / region", and the two Santa Cruzes are finally told apart. About the South America map South America is a paid map and requires CityTrace Pro. Nothing you already have changes. China's 333 cities are free forever, and the US, East & Southeast Asia, Europe and Oceania maps stay free for anyone who installed CityTrace before this update. You don't need to do anything. If you already bought CityTrace Pro, South America is included — you won't be charged again. If CityTrace has lit up new cities with you, we'd love a review on the App Store
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FAQ
What is CityTrace?
CityTrace is a free utility app that allows you to visually track your travels across China by coloring in prefecture-level cities on an interactive map. It helps you see where you've been and offers achievements and statistics.
How does CityTrace track my location?
You can manually tap cities to light them up or use your current location to instantly mark the prefecture-level city you are in. The app prioritizes privacy with local data storage.
Can I use CityTrace offline?
Yes, all data is stored locally on your device by default, meaning you can use CityTrace without an internet connection to track your visited cities.
Does CityTrace have ads?
No, CityTrace is ad-free. It is a free application with no advertisements to interrupt your experience.
What devices is CityTrace available on?
CityTrace is available for both iPhone and iPad devices. It supports seamless use across these Apple platforms.
How often is CityTrace updated?
The latest version of CityTrace is 1.6, and it was last updated on August 12, 2026. Updates typically focus on improving features and reliability.
What kind of achievements can I unlock in CityTrace?
CityTrace offers multi-dimensional achievements including quantity milestones for visited cities, completing entire provinces, reaching geographic extremes, and annual travel recognition.
Is my travel data safe with CityTrace?
Yes, CityTrace is privacy-first. All data is stored locally on your device by default, with no registration or tracking required. Optional iCloud sync is available.