Trailence
Overview
• Trailence is a versatile GPS track manager and navigation app designed for all outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, trail runners, cyclists, ski tourers, and walkers.
Core Principles and Platform
• Free and open-source software built with zero advertisements and no privacy-invading trackers.
• Complete data ownership, ensuring your location history and tracks remain private.
• Seamless cross-platform access with automatic synchronization between Android devices and the Web.
Mapping and Navigation
• Reliable offline map downloads for navigating wilderness areas without cellular service.
• High-quality basemap options, including official IGN maps and OpenStreetMap (OSM).
• Map rotation capabilities, path waymarking, visual trail markers, and details on path surface types.
• Export options for trail printing to create physical paper backups.
Route Planning and Editing
• Integrated trail creation tools and a full-featured track editor for customized routes.
• Universal GPX file support for effortless importing and exporting of tracks.
• Ability to mark custom waypoints and attach geotagged photos directly to locations along your path.
Tracking and Analytics
• Detailed elevation profiles to evaluate slope, climbs, and descents.
• Real-time calculations for remaining distance, time, and estimated walking arrival time.
• Live group tracking functionality to stay connected with companions on the trail.
Organization and Community
• Robust organization tools using custom tags, collections, and detailed search filters.
• Simple sharing features via direct web links and file transfers.
• Access to an open, verified, and well-documented trail database built collaboratively by the community.
FAQ
Q: Is Trailence free to use, and how does it handle my personal location data?
A: Trailence is completely free and open-source software built with zero advertisements and no privacy-invading trackers. You retain complete data ownership, ensuring that your location history and saved tracks always remain private and under your control.
Q: Can I access my Trailence routes across multiple devices?
A: Yes, Trailence features seamless cross-platform support with automatic synchronization between your Android devices and the web interface. You can easily plan a route on your computer at home, and it will be immediately available on your smartphone when you hit the trail.
Q: How does Trailence work when I do not have cellular service?
A: Trailence offers reliable offline map downloads so you can navigate wilderness areas without any mobile connection. By downloading your maps ahead of time, you can maintain full visibility of your position and path even in remote areas without cell reception.
Version History
v2.2.0——11 Aug 2026
Trailence: The open-source GPS navigation app for hiking & cycling. Manage GPX tracks, access offline maps, and plan routes with zero ads. Download the latest version of Trailence to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
*2.2.0
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
*2.1.1
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
*2.1.0
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
