Private Kit

Private Kit

Private Location Logging

121 ratings
59 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 15, 2020
  • April 16, 2020

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About

This app allows you to log your GPS trails directly on your phone. All data is stored locally and remains private until you choose to export it. It efficiently stores location history with minimal space usage.

Privacy-first location logging
Local data storage
Manual data export
Efficient data storage
Location import/export
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What users say

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What's New in Private Kit

0.5.19

April 16, 2020

Add button to stop logging Improve Maps visualization

User reviews

Too complex

I simply cannot figure out how to use it.

Needs better howto and help info

No idea how to add health authorities. This app needs much better howto and help info so users know what to do with it, how to configure and operate it. Seems potentially useful.

Data import not intuitive home screen always says not enough data. No support

Tried numerous time to import locations data from google with out success. Documentation is thin on how to do this . Preferred file type . What to do if you encounter problems . Good idea but need polish to be useful

Great Idea - Poor Execution

Always On makes no sense. There are very specific times - vector points - that need to be tracked. Please put more resources into developing a more rigorous and robust app.

No support

Is this app working as intended anywhere; for anyone?

I emailed various staff and received two replies. I provided feedback over at least two updates, again no response.

Incomplete instructions such as : select trusted authority but no explanation or source list for one near by. And the import your google movements is useless without cheater instructions. At the top the app states: open this place again and the download will automatically import.

So get with it team or go back to gaming. Thanks
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Reported Bugs

29 issues

App crashes when trying to view movements on map

Bug

Map crashes/closes app before loading

Bug

App crashes when trying to open map

Bug

App crashes when trying to view overlaps

Bug

Map shows zoomed out view and crashes

Bug

App crashes when visualizing data streams

Bug

App doesn't show location

Bug

App doesn't log trips consistently

Bug

Map doesn't update routes

Bug

Import/Export/News icons are hidden or inaccessible

Bug

Three vertical dots (menu) are off-screen

Bug

GUI displays incorrectly on smaller screens

Bug

News button does not work

Bug

Import button shows 'Rolling out soon'

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Export button text is cut off

Bug

Description box covers half the screen

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Latest update broken for some users

Bug

Latest update forgot previous weeks log

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Update from two days ago prevents tapping start logging button

Bug

GPS data not accurate, shows incorrect locations

Bug

Map overlay shows incorrect wandering

Bug

Cannot access three buttons (import, export, news) due to screen size

Bug

The 'for more information' box hides import/export/news buttons

Bug

Location logging clusters locations in one spot

Bug

Location data placed at locations never visited

Bug

Map is zoomed out by default

Bug

Cannot get import/export/news icons

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Cannot access three vertical dots upper right hand corner

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App not optimized for iPhone SE screen size

Bug

Requested Features

16 requests

Better howto and help information

Feature

More rigorous and robust app development

Feature

Simple notebook feature for user contacts

Feature

Clearer explanation of map features (green targets, red pins)

Feature

Option to add locations when without phone

Feature

Explanation of what a 'Hit' looks like

Feature

Make data-sharing opt-out instead of opt-in

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Consider implementation on existing platforms like Facebook

Feature

Explanation for the number in the circle on the map

Feature

How to input a positive test result

Feature

Default map view should be zoomed to data limits

Feature

Make GUI elements fully accessible on smaller screens

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Explanation of import/export/news buttons

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More detailed documentation for data import/export

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Option to add manual entries for contacts

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Clearer explanation of data sources and trusted authorities

Feature

FAQ

What does Private Kit do?

Private Kit is a privacy-focused application that enables you to log your GPS trails directly on your own device. It records your location history locally, ensuring that your data is never shared with anyone unless you explicitly choose to export it.

How does Private Kit protect my privacy?

The app's core design is 'privacy-first.' All your logged GPS data is stored exclusively on your device and cannot be accessed by anyone, including the developers. You retain complete control over your location information.

How much data does Private Kit store?

Private Kit is very efficient with storage. It logs your location once every five minutes and stores 28 days of data using less than 100KB of space, which is less than a single picture. This ensures minimal impact on your device's storage.

Can I use my logged data elsewhere?

Yes, you can manually export your location logs. This allows you to import the data into other projects and applications, giving you flexibility in how you use your recorded GPS trails.

What permissions does Private Kit require?

To function correctly, Private Kit requires access to your device's location services and motion tracking sensors. These permissions are necessary for the app to accurately log your GPS trails.