GPS Keeper Lite / Keep GPS Fix

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4.5
19.8K reviews
500K+
Downloads
Content rating
Rated for 3+
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About this app

This application persistently keeps GPS connected even when the screen turns off. That way you will not lose gps fix when your phone goes to sleep.

The application is very useful when you are using any application that uses GPS, such as Google Maps, Geocaching, ...

For some phones, the app even makes the GPS refresh faster so you are getting better location informations and better accuracy. Please keep in mind that this happens only on some phones!

Of course, when you are using this app, GPS is constantly connected so the battery might get depleted faster.

Permissions
Application requires some permissions. Let me explain why:
  ♦  Fine GPS location: Well, you want it to access GPS, right? :)
  ♦  Full internet access and Network state: For Google AdMob
  ♦  Modify system settings: To get background image of the phone. I do understand that this is not logical and I agree, but the app crashes without this permission on some phones :(

This application might not work with all the phones, as some of the manufacturers modify the Android in a way that disables the application to function properly. That kind of behaviour has been noticed on, but not limited to, some Alcatel phones.

In case of bugs:
Every application sooner or later has a bug. If you find one, please inform me so I can solve the issue. You can also contact me if you have suggestion for improving the app. I will gladly listen to your suggestions!

If you want to post negative comments, PLEASE CONTACT ME FIRST on support+gps@ideaboys.net so we can solve the issue(or add a feature). Please do not use comments to report issues or ask questions as I will most probably notice them way slower than if you send me an email.

If you want to help me by translating the app to other language, please contact me!


WARNING:
Please keep in mind that application is provided "AS-IS". It should not be relied on to and I shall not be responsible for any problem/expense/life threatening situation it could cause.

Special note:
Since I got some similar requests, let me outline the answer here: I strongly support user privacy in all my apps and I oppose to any kind of control over the users, regardless if they are friends or employees. I am not interested in implementing any kind of stealth mechanisms in the app, like hiding of app icon or remote control!!

Special Thanks to:
Roli Schiller for translating the app to Hungarian
Miguel Alonso for translating the app to Spanish
Updated on
Oct 5, 2022

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Ratings and reviews

4.5
19.7K reviews
Kevin L
January 6, 2022
Confirmed this does not work in Android 11. But it did work in my other phone that has Android 9. In Android 11, you probably do not need this app anymore. For example, in google maps permissions settings, if you set LOCATION PERMISSION to ALLOW ALL THE TIME, then google maps will keep pinging your gps even when your screen is turned off. Disable battery optimization for google maps, and allow google to access background location all the time.
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A Google user
December 2, 2018
Excellent application that does exactly as stated - keeps the phone gps continually active. This totally removes any lag in providing gps position data to apps that require location information (eg. Google Maps). The ads associated with the free version are relatively infrequent and are definitely not a nuisance issue
20 people found this review helpful
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A Google user
May 26, 2019
Exactly what I was looking for to improve the accuracy of Google Maps Timeline. While doing an excellent job it does not even consume crazy battery (LG G6). Just perfect to track my motorcycling trips and improve navigation if necessary.
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What's new

We're always making changes and improvements to Gps Keeper to ensure that it fulfils your expectations.
Changes in this version:
• Update the application to also support newer Android versions