Alternatives

Colota is one of several Android apps that can record and forward GPS location data. The apps below are a few common ones, not a complete list.

When to use each

Colota is a good fit if you want a self-hosted tracking app with location history, geofencing, and backend flexibility - and you want to see and manage your data inside the app itself.

OwnTracks is a better fit if you need MQTT support. It has both Android and iOS clients, making it the natural choice for mixed-platform households.

GPSLogger is a better fit if your goal is a GPX, KML, or CSV file rather than a live server sync - for hiking, geotagging photos, or recording routes. It can also upload directly to Dropbox, Google Drive, FTP, and OpenStreetMap.

Traccar Client is a better fit if you exclusively use Traccar and want the simplest possible client with no extra features.

μLogger is a better fit if you want a lightweight logger with waypoint support (photos and notes attached to locations) and you self-host the matching uLogger server.