# OwntracksRecorder

OwntracksRecorder is a self-hosted home automation app. The OwnTracks Recorder is a lightweight, self-hosted program for storing and accessing location data published via MQTT or HTTP by the OwnTracks mobile apps. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub, Unraid and Proxmox.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/497/owntracksrecorder

## Description

The OwnTracks Recorder is a lightweight, self-hosted program for storing and accessing location data published via MQTT or HTTP by the OwnTracks mobile apps. It records device location in plain files, serves that data through a built-in REST API, and ships with the ocat command-line tool for reading it back, all without needing an external database, making it a low-maintenance option for homelabbers who want to self-host private location tracking.

## Platform availability

Available on 2 of 9 platforms: Unraid, Proxmox.

## Health score

70/100 (Good), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 87 (last commit 44 days ago)
- Popular: 62 (1,212 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 45 (2 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)

## Links

- Official website: http://repo.owntracks.org
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/owntracks/recorder
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/owntracksrecorder-026fkur00w7kz3?q=OwntracksRecorder
- Proxmox: https://community-scripts.github.io/ProxmoxVE/scripts?id=owntracks-recorder

## Common questions

### Does OwnTracks Recorder require an external database?

No, it stores data in plain files and serves it through its built-in REST API.

### Can OwnTracks Recorder receive location data without MQTT?

Yes, it obtains data via MQTT subscribes or HTTP POST.

### What mTLS issue is reported when pairing OwnTracks Recorder with Mosquitto and an Android client?

The thread reports that the recorder can connect to Mosquitto without TLS, but the author is stuck configuring mTLS.

### Is there a beginner guide for running OwnTracks Recorder in Docker?

A Reddit post provides a beginner-oriented guide for running OwnTracks Recorder in Docker.

### What troubleshooting topics are covered for OwnTracks Recorder?

The troubleshooting page covers diagnosing issues, monitoring system health, and regular maintenance procedures.

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