# Locative: Geofence and Beacon — Geofencing, Beacons, Webhooks

> Privacy-aware geofencing and beacon app for automated location-based webhooks. (iPhone/iPad app by Bearologics GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locative-geofence-and-beacon/id725198453 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bearologics GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/305747273)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 142 App Store ratings · 69 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.1 · 4 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), American English
- Released: 2013-11-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locative-geofence-and-beacon/id725198453/reviews.md

## What is Locative?

Locative is your privacy-aware location tracking app.

Set up locations using Geofences or Beacons and send webhooks (HTTP requests) whenever you enter or leave a location.

Whenever a location event is triggered, you’ll receive a notification about it’s success or failure. You can then inspect the requests result, such as HTTP response / status code and manually retry the request.

If you need to customize the payload sent to your server, you can use the Request Designer and change the payload by adding custom properties or using the built-in values. You can also share Request Designs with other people such as other members of your household.

Many home automation service providers are recommending Locative as their go-to app when it comes to location awareness.

Locative’s basic functionality will always be free. You may, however, book Locative Pro features.

Locative Pro can be purchased either as a monthly (3 days trial), annual (2 weeks trial) subscription or lifetime purchase. If you’re cancelling your purchase within the timeframe shown on the purchase screen inside the app, you’ll not get charged.

The purchase of Locative Pro - Lifetime - will grant you access to all upcoming Locative Pro - Features.

Terms of Service: https://locative.app/terms
Declaration of Privacy: https://locative.app/privacy

## Key features

- Geofence and beacon setup
- Automated webhook (HTTP request) sending
- Location event notifications
- Request inspection and retry
- Customizable webhook payload
- Shareable request designs

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Locative Pro (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Locative Pro (Anual) | $8.99 | per year |
| Locative Pro (Quarterly) | $2.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Locative Pro (Lifetime) | $34.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 69)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locative-geofence-and-beacon/id725198453/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Gute App mit Einschränkungen

*2025-11-13*

Super App aber leider in Verwendung mit iBeacons zu langsam. Häufig muss ich mein Display einschalten damit der iBeacon überhaupt erkannt wird oder sehr lange warten. Das ist für näherungsautomationen nicht brauchbar.

### 5/5 — Top App! Aber viel zu teuer für die kleinen Zusatz Features

*2024-10-03, version 2024.2*

Benutze ich seit Jahren und funktioniert im Zusammenspiel mit FHEM perfekt. Zum Glück bin ich noch auf iOS 14.8.1 da mit iOS 15.x die App und viele andere auf gleicher Basis nicht mehr funktionieren. Meine Frau hat seit paar Tagen ein iPhone 13, damit geht es leider überhaupt nicht mehr, egal wie oft man die App neu installiert/konfiguriert oder öffnet. Ein Neustart vom iPhone hilft manchmal für kurze Zeit. Leider wurde es mit iOS 15.2 auch nicht besser. ABER: da kann diese App hier nichts für :-)

Edit 1: iOS 15.3 behebt endlich das Location Problem. Eine Frage hätte ich dann doch: Früher konnte man den Radius bis 25 Meter runter setzen, mittlerweile geht nur noch Minimum 50 Meter. iOS oder Locative Einschränkung?

Edit 2: danke für bisher keinerlei Rückmeldung ;-( … aus welchem Grund resettet das neuste Update v5.13.0 seine UUID? Ich musste in FHEM jedes Smartphone neu konfigurieren, da die UUID sich bei jedem Gerät mit dem Update geändert hat :-(

Edit 3 (03.10.2024, Jahre später nach den vorherigen Posts)
Tja was soll ich sagen, dem Entwickler ist es offensichtlich egal was hier geschrieben wird, jedoch interessiert es vielleicht andere Benutzer: Die App ist viel zu teuer, wenn nicht vollkommen überteuert für die paar kleinen Zusatz-Features, welche man nach dem In-App Kauf bekommt.
Wer etwas in Sachen sehr vielen Features, permanente Weiterentwicklung und sehr stabil sucht und dafür nicht mal etwas zahlen muss sondern via Trinkgeld etwas zahlen kann, wird bei Geofency fündig. Nutzt meine Familie mittlerweile über 1 Jahr ohne irgendein Problem.

### 5/5 — Reliable location triggering

*2024-09-14, version 2024.2*

A great supplemental location tool for device triggering and automation.

### 5/5 — Marche très bien

*2024-05-13*

Application qui marche très bien et sans bug depuis déjà plus d'un an.

### 4/5 — Funktioniert nicht mehr

*2023-10-14*

Ich stimme Helldriver zu. Seit dem Update werden per GET keine Webhooks mehr gesendet.

Diese gehen an meine Firewall und werden an den HomeServer weitergeleitet. Dort erfolgt die Auswertung und ich schalte einige Aussenlichter.

Über ein Webtool funktioniert das alles, über Locative leider nicht (mehr).

Habt Ihr kurzfristig ein Update im Köcher?

### 4/5 — Seit 5.13.0 neue UUID

*2023-08-06*

Seit dem Update kommt keine Nachricht mehr an meinem Server an. Da am Server und am iPhone nichts geändert wurde, liegt es wohl am Programm. Habe nun heraus gefunden, dass die UUID von meinem Handy sich geändert hat. Daher funktionierte meinenHaussteuerung nicht mehr richtig.

### 5/5 — Perfect and Simple

*2023-06-17, version 5.12.0*

Works perfectly for my needs with Home Assistant. Really great and simple app.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2022-11-09, version 5.12.0*

Using with Hubitat for Home Automation and it just works.

### 5/5 — Great small Geofencing app for smart home use

*2022-08-22, version 5.12.0*

This app works great with many smart home hubs to allow reliable presence detection.  And unlike some of the other options it does so without allowing all the other users on the same hub to track each other.

### 5/5 — (@_@)! Incredible for hackers

*2021-11-09, version 5.8.1*

HTTPR support and everything, hot dam!

## Frequently asked questions about Locative

### What does Locative do?

Locative is a privacy-aware location tracking app that allows you to set up custom locations using geofences or beacons. When you enter or leave these defined areas, the app automatically sends HTTP requests (webhooks) to a specified URL. This enables automation based on your physical location.

### What are the key features of Locative?

Key features include the ability to set up geofences and beacons, trigger webhooks upon entering or leaving locations, receive notifications about webhook success or failure, inspect request results, and manually retry failed requests. You can also customize the data sent in webhooks and share these configurations.

### How much does Locative cost?

The basic functionality of Locative is free to use. For advanced features, users can purchase Locative Pro through a monthly subscription, an annual subscription, or a lifetime purchase. Trials are available for the subscription options.

### What kind of devices is Locative compatible with?

The description does not explicitly state compatibility with specific operating systems or device types. However, as a mobile application, it is designed to run on smartphones and tablets that support its installation.

### What are common use cases for Locative?

Common use cases include home automation, where entering or leaving a location can trigger smart home devices, or integrating location data into other services. It's also useful for personal tracking and creating custom automated workflows based on your presence at specific places.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2025.2.0 — 2025-08-28

We've fixed an issue where no data was show on the Widget.

### 2025.1.0 — 2025-02-24

We have updated some texts and localizations.

### 2024.2 — 2024-08-08

This release brings you stability and performance improvements.

### 2024.1 — 2024-02-23

We've fixed an issue where the App would crash in the Settings area.

### 5.15.0 — 2024-01-06

We have improved some things under the hood to make Locative more modern and robust.

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