One of the most powerful — and most underutilised — features of your Alike GPS tracker is the route history and location playback feature on the ProTrack app. Whether you're a Patna vehicle owner who wants to audit your driver's routes, a parent checking where your teen drove last night, or a fleet manager reviewing delivery routes — the location history feature gives you complete answers.
This step-by-step guide teaches you exactly how to use the ProTrack GPS app to access, review, and utilise your vehicle's full location history — with screenshots description, tips for common use cases, and troubleshooting advice.
What Is Vehicle Location History in a GPS Tracker?
Your Alike GPS tracker records a new GPS point every 10–30 seconds while your vehicle is moving. Each point captures:
- Exact GPS coordinates (latitude + longitude)
- Timestamp (date and time of the recording)
- Vehicle speed at that moment
- Heading/direction of travel
- Address (converted from coordinates)
All these points are strung together to create a complete route replay — like a video recording of your vehicle's entire journey, stored for up to 90 days.
Step 1 — Download & Login to the ProTrack App
- Android: Search "ProTrack" on Google Play Store → Install the official ProTrack app by Shenzhen Coban Electronics.
- iPhone: Search "ProTrack" on Apple App Store → Install the official ProTrack app.
- Login: Use the username and password provided by Alike GPS when you activated your tracker. If you've forgotten your credentials, WhatsApp us at +91-9570476549 and we'll reset them within minutes.
- Select your vehicle: On the main screen, you'll see your vehicle on a live map. Tap on it to select it.
Web Dashboard Alternative
You can also access ProTrack on any browser at protrack.in. The web version has more detailed report features including downloadable PDF and Excel exports — ideal for fleet managers and business owners who need printable records.
Step 2 — Accessing Location History on ProTrack App
- Open the ProTrack app and ensure you are logged in.
- On the main map screen, tap your vehicle icon or name.
- In the bottom panel that appears, tap "History" (sometimes labelled "Track" or "Route").
- A date and time selector will appear. Select the date you want to review.
- Choose the time range — e.g., 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM for the full day.
- Tap "Search" or "Play".
Step 3 — Reading the Route History Playback
The ProTrack history view shows:
- Route line on map — A coloured line showing the exact path your vehicle took. Green = normal speed, Yellow = medium speed, Red = overspeed areas.
- Start and end points — Marked with distinct icons showing where the journey began and ended.
- Stop markers — Icons at locations where the vehicle stopped for more than 1–2 minutes. Tap any stop marker to see the address, arrival time, and how long the vehicle was stopped.
- Speed indicator — As the playback plays, the current speed at each point is shown in real time.
- Playback controls — Play, pause, fast-forward (2x, 4x speed) the route animation.
Practical Use Cases — How Patna Vehicle Owners Use Location History
1. Audit Your Driver in Patna
Your driver says he was stuck in traffic on Boring Road from 3–5 PM. Pull up the history for that day. If the GPS shows the car was parked at a dhaba near Saguna More, or making personal trips via Bailey Road, you have exact evidence with timestamps and addresses.
2. Check Where Your Teen Drove After College
Your son/daughter took the bike to college in Kankarbagh. History shows they took a detour via Patna Sahib Ghat and were parked near Gandhi Maidan for 45 minutes after 7 PM. You didn't know — now you do. Conversation to have: factual, not accusatory.
3. Insurance Claim Evidence
Your car was in an accident. The other party claims you were speeding. Your GPS history shows your exact speed at the time of the incident — a legally useful document that many insurance companies in Patna now accept as supporting evidence for claims.
4. Verifying Delivery Routes for Patna Businesses
Delivery businesses in Patna (Kirana, medical, courier) can verify that every delivery address was actually visited. The stop list shows GPS coordinates at each stop — matching your delivery manifest proves route compliance and prevents false delivery claims.
5. Police Evidence for Stolen Vehicle Recovery
If your vehicle is stolen, the history continues recording as long as the tracker is powered. You can share a complete route history with Patna Police showing exactly which roads the thief used — making interception and recovery vastly easier.
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Step 4 — Downloading History Reports (ProTrack Web)
For business use, access the full ProTrack web dashboard at protrack.in (same login credentials):
- Log in at protrack.in on any browser (Chrome recommended).
- Click "Reports" in the top navigation menu.
- Select report type: Mileage Report, Trip Report, Stoppage Report, Speed Report, or Geofence Report.
- Set the date range (up to 90 days).
- Click "Generate Report".
- Download as PDF (for sharing) or Excel (for data analysis).
Most Useful Report for Patna Fleet Operators
The Stoppage Report is the most used by Patna fleet managers. It shows every location where the vehicle stopped, for how long, and at what time — revealing unauthorised stops, long dhaba breaks, and off-route parking. This single report helps identify and stop ₹3,000–8,000 per month in driver misuse.
Troubleshooting — Common History Issues
| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| No history for a date | SIM data expired | Renew subscription — WhatsApp Alike GPS |
| History shows straight lines (jumps) | Poor network in certain areas | Normal — tracker fills gaps when network returns |
| History ends mid-journey | Power disconnected / tampered | Check power disconnect alert log in app |
| App crashes when loading history | Very long date range selected | Select shorter range (1 day at a time) |
| Location appears slightly off | LBS fallback positioning used | Normal in underground/covered areas. Accuracy within 100-500m |
Frequently Asked Questions — ProTrack Location History
How do I check my vehicle's location history on ProTrack?
Open ProTrack app → Select vehicle → Tap "History" → Choose date and time → Tap "Play" to see the animated route. You can also view stop lists and speed information in the same screen.
How many days of history can I see?
ProTrack stores up to 90 days (3 months) of location history. Points older than 90 days are automatically archived. Download important history as PDF/Excel reports from the web dashboard (protrack.in) before the 90-day window expires.
Can I share my vehicle's location history with someone else?
Yes. You can share a live tracking link from the ProTrack app, or export and share history reports as PDF. For police cases, the Protrack web dashboard allows you to generate a formatted report with timestamps, coordinates, and speeds — which Patna Police accept as supporting documentation.
Does location history work even when I'm not watching?
Yes. The tracker records location continuously, regardless of whether you have the app open. All data is uploaded to the ProTrack cloud server in real time. You can check last month's routes today — everything is saved automatically.
Master Your GPS Tracker's Full Potential With ProTrack History
Your Alike GPS tracker is not just a "where is my car now" device — it's a complete vehicle intelligence system that records every journey, every stop, every speed, and every address for 90 days. The location history feature is one of the most powerful tools you have as a vehicle owner or fleet manager in Patna.
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