# HookTrace — Real-time GPS Webhook Tracker

> Real-time GPS Webhook Tracker (iPhone/iPad app by Jakob Kramer.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooktrace/id6761300724 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jakob Kramer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1848217254)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooktrace/id6761300724/reviews.md

## What is HookTrace?

HookTrace is the ultimate bridge between your iPhone’s high-precision GPS and your private automation infrastructure. 

Tired of cloud services owning your location history? HookTrace puts you back in the driver's seat. It turns your device into a universal GPS sensor that transmits live location data directly to any Webhook URL you specify. 

Perfect for:
• Smart Home Automation (Home Assistant, OpenClaw, Jeedom)
• Workflow Engines (n8n, Node-RED, Zapier)
• Custom Developer Projects & Dashboards

Key Features:
• FULL PRIVACY: No third-party servers. Data goes from your phone straight to your endpoint.
• BACKGROUND TRACKING: Runs reliably in the background, optimized for iOS 18+.
• FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE: Set custom Authorization headers and Device IDs.
• BATTERY OPTIMIZED: Choose between "Significant Change" mode for extreme battery saving or "Real-time" for high-precision tracking.
• LIVE MAP: See your current location and breadcrumb trail at a glance.

Technical Specs:
• Standard JSON Payload (Latitude, Longitude, Accuracy, Speed, Battery, Timestamp).
• Supports HTTPS and custom Auth-Headers.
• Distance-based filters to prevent unnecessary data spam.

Stop sharing your life with big tech. Start hooking your traces to your own home.


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-04-01

We refreshed the map screen: compact controls for Follow, North up, and map appearance (standard, muted, hybrid, satellite). Start and Stop are clearer, with a consistent size — green outline when tracking is on, red when it’s off.

In Settings → Trail history, you can choose how long your path stays on the map (or turn it off). Trail segments use speed-based colors as a simple hint (walking, cycling, motorized).

Smaller polish and stability improvements around the map and controls.

### 1.0 — 2026-03-30

No release notes.

## Related topics

[hooktrace](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hooktrace)

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