Overview
Tracelet is a production-ready background geolocation package for Flutter, designed for efficient, battery-conscious tracking on Android and iOS. It supports geofencing, persistent data storage via SQLite, HTTP synchronization, and headless execution to ensure continuous location updates even when the app is closed. Ideal for applications requiring reliable location monitoring with minimal impact on device performance. The package is open-source and compatible with Android, iOS, and Web platforms.
Use cases
- Real-time fleet tracking
- Location-based reminders
- Geofence-triggered notifications
- Offline-capable field data collection
- Compliance logging for delivery services
Key features
- Battery-efficient background tracking
- Geofencing support
- SQLite data persistence
- Headless execution on iOS and Android
- HTTP sync for data upload
- Cross-platform compatibility (Android, iOS, Web)
Suitable for
- Logistics and delivery apps
- Field service management
- Fitness and outdoor activity tracking
- Asset tracking systems
- Applications requiring offline-first location data
Considerations
- Requires proper permission handling
- Background execution limits on iOS
- Needs configuration for headless mode
- SQLite schema may require migration in updates
- Network connectivity required for sync operations