PhotoGPX Support

Turn your photo location history into GPX tracks.

What PhotoGPX does

PhotoGPX reads the GPS location and timestamp metadata from your photos and turns them into a standard GPX track file. The photos themselves stay in your library — nothing is uploaded, copied, or shared. GPX files you export are saved on your device and can be opened in gpx.studio, Gaia GPS, Strava, Komoot, and any other app that reads GPX.

Getting started

1. Open PhotoGPX and choose one of three modes:
   • Selected Photos — hand-pick specific shots.
   • Date Range — pull every geotagged photo between two dates.
   • Full Library — scan your entire photo library.
2. Grant photo library access when prompted (limited or full access both work).
3. Tap Scan. A summary screen shows the track distance, timespan, and point count.
4. Tap Share to save or send the GPX file, or view it on a map.
5. All exported tracks appear in the Saved Files list on the home screen.

Common questions

The scan says "0 points" — why?

PhotoGPX only sees photos that have GPS coordinates in their metadata. Photos taken with location services turned off, screenshots, and images imported from other sources often have no GPS data. Try picking photos you know were taken outdoors with location on.

Where are my saved GPX files stored?

Inside the PhotoGPX app (visible in the Saved Files list), and also in the iOS Files app under On My iPhone → PhotoGPX. You can drag them out from there to iCloud Drive, email, or any other file destination.

Does PhotoGPX upload my photos or my location data?

No. The app makes no network requests. Everything runs on your device. See the Privacy Policy for details.

Can I open a GPX file directly with PhotoGPX?

Not in the current version — PhotoGPX only creates GPX files. Use gpx.studio or another mapping app to view or edit them.

Do I need an account?

No. PhotoGPX has no accounts and no sign-in.