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Questions and answers.

Everything about the PACK, the TRAKSIFY Protect app and your account. Can’t find your answer? Our team is one message away.

Before you buy

Do I need a subscription?

No. Every TRAKSIFY GPS tracker comes with 3.5 years of global data included, and the TRAKSIFY Protect app is free. After that, you can renew the data with a one-off top-up in the app. There is no contract and no monthly fee.

Each account also gets 50 free WhatsApp and SMS alerts per month. Push and email alerts are included.

Where does the PACK work?

The PACK has a built-in eSIM that works in 175+ countries and territories, with no roaming setup. It needs mobile network coverage to send its position, and a view of the sky for an accurate GPS fix. Indoors it can also use Wi-Fi to estimate its location.

Is the PACK waterproof?

Yes. The PACK is rated IP68, fully waterproof and dustproof. Swimming, rain, mud and snow are fine, and you can rinse it clean after the walk.

Will it fit my dog’s collar?

The PACK fits collars from 16 mm to 28 mm wide, including rope and line collars, and suits dogs from 4 kg upwards. It snaps on and off its collar mount in a second.

How long does the battery last?

Up to 6 months on standby. Real life depends on how active your dog is and which tracking mode you use; an active dog typically needs a charge about once a week. See Battery and modes for tips.

Which TRAKSIFY devices are available?
  • PACK: GPS tracker for active dogs, available now.
  • NFC ID tag set: passive tags for keys, collars and bags, available now.
  • KIN for people and LOCK for valuables: coming in Q1 2027.
  • COMPANION: no longer sold, still fully supported in the app.

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Getting started and connection

How do I turn my tracker on and off?

Press and hold the SOS (ON/OFF) button for about 5 seconds, then release it. The LED flashes to show that the tracker has been switched on or off. For details, see the instructions supplied with your tracker.

How do I know the tracker is connected to the network and the server?

After switching on, the tracker can take up to 3 minutes to connect.

  • The blue LED blinks while it is connecting.
  • When the blue LED stops blinking, it is connected and talking to the TRAKSIFY server.

For the latest status, tap the refresh icon (↻) next to the device status in Settings → Device Control.

Why does my tracker appear in the middle of the ocean right after I added it?

This is normal. Until the tracker has made its first satellite fix, it has no real position yet. Take it outdoors with a clear view of the sky and wait a few minutes.

The LEDs tell you what is happening:

  • Blue LED blinking: no data network connection yet.
  • Green LED blinking: no GPS fix yet.
  • Both LEDs off: the tracker has a GPS fix, is connected and is talking to the TRAKSIFY platform and app.
Why can’t my tracker find its location?
  1. No GPS signal. Indoors, underground or between tall buildings, satellite reception is poor. Move to an open area and wait a few minutes. A blinking green LED means there is no GPS fix yet.
  2. Weak or no mobile network. The tracker sends its position over the mobile network. A blinking blue LED means there is no data connection yet.
  3. Low or empty battery. Charge the tracker fully.
  4. Switched off or asleep. The tracker sleeps when it hasn’t moved for a while. Move it to wake it up, or switch it on.

Map and location

What do the grey, red and green device icons on the map mean?
  • Grey: offline. The icon shows the last known position.
  • Red: online and communicating, but not moving.
  • Green: online and moving.
Event times don’t match my local time. How do I change the time zone?

Go to Settings → Preferences → Timezone, choose the city closest to you, for example Europe/Berlin or Asia/Hong_Kong, and tap Save Preferences.

Geofences and alerts

I created a geofence and a notification, but I never get notified. What’s wrong?

A geofence only works when it is linked to a device. Go to Settings → My Devices and tap the Geofence button below the device to link it. One device can have several geofences, and one geofence can be linked to several devices.

Also check in Settings → Notifications Control that the notification is switched on, has at least one channel selected (WhatsApp/SMS, email or app) and that the device is online.

What’s the difference between a geofence and a Safe Zone?

A geofence is any area you draw on the map to get alerts when a device enters or leaves it. A Safe Zone is a geofence you mark as a trusted place, like home or day care. Inside a Safe Zone the tracker reports less often to save battery, and you’re alerted when it leaves.

Battery and tracking modes

How can I make the battery last longer?

1. Choose the right tracking mode.

MonitoringEvery 10 minutes

For things that mostly stay put, like bags or stored belongings.

Auto ModeAdjusts itself

Balances tracking and battery automatically. A good everyday choice.

TrackingEvery 10 seconds

When you suspect movement or theft.

Real TimeEvery 3 seconds

Only while actively searching for a lost dog, person or item.

Example: keep a backpack in Monitoring mode. If it moves unexpectedly, switch to Tracking or Real Time.

2. Set up a Safe Zone. At home or in the office the tracker reports less often, which saves battery. You’re still alerted when it leaves.

3. Use notifications. Online/offline alerts tell you when the tracker connects or disconnects; geofence alerts tell you when it enters or leaves an area.

Why can’t I change the tracking mode?

The tracking mode can only be changed while the device is online (red or green icon on the map). Make sure it is charged, switched on and awake; moving it wakes it up.

App and account

Something isn’t working. Is it my device or a TRAKSIFY service?

Open Service Status from the home screen or from Settings → Account & App. It shows whether all TRAKSIFY services are running, their availability over the last 24 hours and any notice we’ve posted. The same information is on our public status page.

Can I save an AI Analyst report?

No. The AI Analyst shows its analysis for the selected period (Today, Last 7 days or Last 30 days) only. Tap Generate analysis again whenever you want to see it. For reports you can keep, use the daily or weekly activity report by email, or export to PDF or Excel.

Which languages does the app support?

Ten: English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Nederlands, Türkçe, Русский, 日本語, 简体中文 and 繁體中文. Emails, alerts and reports follow your app language.

Why does “Send Crash Report to Developer” open my email app?

The crash report is sent as an email with the technical details we need to fix the problem, so an email account must be set up on your phone.

Does the app work with a VPN?

Generally yes. For the best experience, we recommend switching the VPN off while using the app.

Privacy and data

Who can see my profile, and how do I hide it?

On a device’s page, open the menu at the top right of the Device card and choose Hide Profile. A hidden profile is not available publicly; choose Unhide Profile to show it again. In the profile, the switches under Public profile privacy let you choose whether your name, email and mobile number are shown.

Can I pause location sharing?

Yes. Privacy Mode pauses location sharing on any TRAKSIFY device whenever you want privacy. In a Private Community you can also pause sharing just for that group; SOS and fall alerts are still sent so help can reach you.

Where is my data stored?

On Amazon Web Services in Singapore and Frankfurt, with multiple fail-safes. You can delete your account and its data at any time: directly in the app, or by sending us a Data Deletion Request through the contact form.

Still need help?

Chat with us in the app under Support Chat, or send us a message. We reply within 24 hours.

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