# Mapapal - Share Your Journey — Live GPS trip sharing

> Real-time GPS location sharing and journey tracking app. (iPhone/iPad app by Jan Asmundsson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapapal-share-your-journey/id590277521 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jan Asmundsson](https://appshunter.io/developer/590277524)
- Category: Navigation, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-01-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapapal-share-your-journey/id590277521/reviews.md

## What is Mapapal?

One link. One live map. Everyone you choose can follow along.

Start a Mapapal trip in seconds and share it with friends or family. They can see your latest location and route in any browser, without installing Mapapal or creating an account.

Mapapal makes live location sharing simple for walks, runs, bike rides, hikes, road trips, commutes, and everyday adventures. Your route grows on the map as you move, so the people you choose can follow along without repeatedly asking where you are.

START IN YOUR OWN WAY
• Use Quick Start to share without creating an account. Start the trip and send the link.
• Sign in to keep a trip history, manage your profile, and connect with Pals.
• Copy your trip link or share it through your favorite apps.

YOU CONTROL WHO CAN FOLLOW
Choose a visibility level for each trip:
• Private - available only through its unique link.
• Pals - shared with mutually connected Mapapal friends.
• Everyone - discoverable as a public trip.

BUILT FOR THE JOURNEY
• See the live route and latest position on the map.
• Follow direction, speed, distance, elevation and other useful trip details.
• Location updates are designed to continue while Mapapal is in the background.
• Set an automatic stop time for extra control over every trip.
• Add comments to memorable points along your route.
• Review recent trips and manage them at Mapapal.com.
• Export the trip as CSV and use it in other map services.

USE MAPAPAL FOR
Meeting friends, sharing a family road trip, letting someone follow a run or ride, documenting a hike, or simply making your arrival easier to follow.

Your location remains yours to share. You choose when a trip starts, when it ends, and who can access it.

Mapapal requires location access and an internet connection to share live updates. Continued use of GPS can affect battery life. Mapapal is not an emergency or personal-safety service.

## Key features

- Real-time location sharing
- Journey recording
- Instant setup, no registration
- Trip tracking (speed, distance)
- Anonymous mode for privacy
- Save and replay trips
- Add and track friends

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapapal-share-your-journey/id590277521/reviews.md

### 4/5 — How about an auto-on feature?

*2023-12-29*

Could we have an auto-start feature in the next update?

### 5/5 — Just awesome

*2014-11-19*

Works well. As a trucker my family can see where I am at all times.

## Frequently asked questions about Mapapal

### How does Mapapal work?

Mapapal allows you to share your real-time location or record your journeys. You can start sharing instantly by tapping 'Quick Start' and sending a link to others. It also offers features to track trip length and speed on an interactive map.

### Is Mapapal free to use?

Yes, Mapapal is completely free to use. There are no charges associated with its core location sharing and journey tracking functionalities.

### Do I need to register to use Mapapal?

No, registration is not required for basic use. You can start sharing your location instantly with the 'Quick Start' feature without creating an account.

### What additional features are available if I create an account?

Creating an account allows you to save and replay your past trips, customize your profile with a picture, and add/track your 'pals' for enhanced coordination.

### Does Mapapal have ads?

No, Mapapal does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be a hassle-free experience without any interruptions from ads.

### How accurate is Mapapal's GPS tracking?

Mapapal works best outdoors for accurate GPS tracking. Prolonged use of GPS may affect battery life, so it's recommended to monitor your device's battery.

### What devices is Mapapal compatible with?

Mapapal is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to provide a seamless experience across these Apple platforms.

### How often is Mapapal updated?

The app was last updated on December 30, 2024, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions. The latest version is 2.5.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6 — 2026-08-03

- Total remake, new design and improved functionality.
- New functionality including automatic stop etc.
- Major improvements in GPS/location handling.

Have a nice ride!

### 2.5 — 2024-12-30

- Updates and bugfixes.

### 2.4 — 2023-08-14

- Minor improvements and bugfixes.

### 2.03 — 2023-06-02

- Minor improvements.
- Easier to access visibility-level.
- Now possible to remove account from settings.

### 2.01 — 2022-01-22

- Added current speed to map.
- Minor bugfixes.

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