Eine kleine Geschichte zu Beginn
Anfang 2019 haben wir begonnen, uns intensiv Gedanken über die Zukunft von Locus Map und damit über die zukünftige Ausrichtung unseres Unternehmens zu machen. Unsere Prioritäten waren und sind von Anfang an klar – wir wollen Locus Map für Sie weiterentwickeln und verbessern, und zwar auf allen Plattformen – Android, iOS und Web. Eine solche Entwicklung wäre jedoch ohne eine grundlegende Änderung des Konzepts unseres Projekts nicht mehr möglich.
Die Locus Map Pro App, jetzt Classic, war schon damals technisch sehr komplex und es war notwendig, die steigenden Kosten für die Aufrechterhaltung der Funktionalität in der sich schnell verändernden Umgebung des Android-Betriebssystems und der verbundenen Dienste zu berücksichtigen.
Aus diesem Grund haben wir Sie im Frühjahr dieses Jahres erstmals über die Einführung der nächsten Generation von Locus Map und unsere nächsten Schritte informiert:
- Unser prioritärer Fokus auf die Entwicklung einer einzigen Anwendung, Locus Map 4, abhängig von einer nachhaltigen Finanzierung durch Abonnements und andere wiederkehrende Zahlungsoptionen
- Das Aufkommen unserer eigenen Webdienste zur Verwaltung Ihrer Daten – Webportal, Cloud und Synchronisation und die damit verbundene Verringerung der Abhängigkeit von Diensten und Anwendungen Dritter
- Der Rückgang in der Entwicklung von Locus Map Pro, die Umbenennung der Anwendung in Locus Map 3 Classic und der Übergang zum Wartungsmodus mit dem Ende des Supports innerhalb weniger Jahre
Zwei Jahre später starteten wir das Locus Map 4 Projekt, einschließlich der versprochenen Funktionalitäten und Webdienste, die wir seitdem weiterentwickeln, verbessern und erweitern. Wir haben auch Premium Silver und Gold Pakete mit erweiterten Funktionen eingeführt, die im Abonnement und für einmalige Zahlungen erhältlich sind.
Für Nutzer von Locus Map 3 Classic bieten wir 100% Rabatt auf Premium Silver und 50% Rabatt auf Premium Gold für ein Jahr. Dieses exklusive Angebot gleicht unter anderem die Investition für den vorherigen Kauf der Classic-Version aus. Es spielt also keine Rolle, ob sie vor einer Woche oder vor 10 Jahren gekauft wurde.
- Locus Map 4 wurde in mehreren Phasen neu gestaltet, um eine bessere Ergonomie und Benutzerfreundlichkeit zu erreichen
- Sie ist vollständig offline nutzbar, ohne auf Anwendungen und Add-ons von Drittanbietern angewiesen zu sein
- Es ist mit einem Webportal mit eigenen Wander-/Rad- und Satellitenkarten,Routenplanern und einer Bibliothek mit eigenen Tracks, Routen und Punkten verbunden
- Es synchronisiert automatisch Ihre Routen und Punkte zwischen mehreren Geräten auf allen Plattformen
- Es wird auch für iOS-Geräte entwickelt, bisher in einer „Lite“-Version
- Und vieles mehr…
Die Entwicklung schreitet voran, dank der kontinuierlichen Finanzierung durch Sie, unsere Nutzer. Dankeschön! Wir haben keine anderen Ressourcen – wir sind stolz darauf, ein kleines Unternehmen zu sein, ohne Fremdkapital, ohne Investoren, und mit einem klaren Bekenntnis zur Unantastbarkeit Ihrer Daten – wir verwalten sie zu Ihrem Nutzen, nicht zum Weiterverkauf. Dies verschafft uns jedoch ein enormes Maß an Freiheit und Unabhängigkeit, so dass wir die Anwendung und die Dienste genau nach Ihren Vorstellungen entwickeln können!
Locus Map 3 Classic geht in seine letzte Phase
Im Laufe der Zeit ist die Entwicklung der beiden Varianten von Locus Map immer weiter auseinander gegangen und es ist für uns sehr kostspielig geworden, beide Produktzweige zu pflegen.
Daher ist die Zeit gekommen, anzukündigen, dass wir den Support und die Wartung von Locus Map 3 Classic im Frühjahr 2026 einstellen werden.
Die App wird von Google Play zurückgezogen und wird weiterhin nur als APK-Datei in unserem öffentlichen Archiv verfügbar sein.
Wir freuen uns, Sie unter den Nutzern von Locus Map 4 begrüßen zu dürfen!
Was erhalten Sie, wenn Sie zu Locus Map 4 wechseln?
Eine moderne Navigationsanwendung
- Effiziente Benutzeroberfläche – alles, was Sie brauchen, ist sofort zur Hand, und Sie können das Layout der Steuerelemente an Ihre Vorlieben anpassen
- Sparen Sie Akku mit dem dunklen Anzeigemodus
- Sie können die App mit einem Widget starten
- Sie können die App mit Herzfrequenz-, Trittfrequenz- und Leistungssensoren und einigen E-Bikes verbinden, sie funktioniert auch mit Garmin-Radargeräten
- Es kann mit Dropbox, Google Drive und OneDrive verbunden werden, um unbegrenzt Daten zu importieren und zu exportieren
- Es ist vollständig mit Geocaching-Funktionen ausgestattet, ohne dass eine Verbindung zu externen Add-ons erforderlich ist
Neue Karten, Points of Interest und Router
- Online-Rad-, Wander- und Winter-LoMaps, weltweit kostenlos, täglich aktualisiert
- Globale Satellitenkarten von HERE und Maxar
- Bibliothek von WMS- und WMTS-Ressourcen mit Hunderten von zusätzlichen Karten
- Points of Interest auf der Karte (LoPoints) mit Informationen und Fotos von Wikipedia und anderen Nutzern sowie Volltextsuche
- Integrierter LoRouter für die Routenplanung mit einer Reihe von anpassbaren Optionen
Webdienste
- Routenplaner mit einer Bibliothek zur bequemen Darstellung Ihrer Touren auf einem großen PC-Bildschirm
- Synchronisieren Sie Ihre Routen, heruntergeladenen Caches und Lieblingsorte zwischen allen Ihren Geräten und der Web-Bibliothek
Unterstützung durch die Entwickler- und Nutzergemeinschaft
- Kontinuierliche Weiterentwicklung der Anwendung und der zugehörigen Dienste
- Schneller Support über Helpdesk und soziale Netzwerke
- Ideen, Tipps und Tricks von Anwendern im Locus Forum
Einige Funktionen sind in Premium-Paketen verfügbar. Benutzer von Locus Map 3 Classic erhalten automatisch 100% Rabatt auf Premium Silver und 50% Rabatt auf Premium Gold für ein Jahr! Das Premium Silver Paket baut auf Locus Map 3 Classic auf (mit vielen zusätzlichen Funktionen). Mit dem Premium-Gold-Paket erhalten Sie die ultimative Auswahl aller Funktionen und Dienste aus unserem aktuellen Angebot.
Wie kann ich am besten zu Locus Map 4 wechseln?
Locus Map 3 Classic
- Erstellen Sie ein Backup mit dem Backup-Tool, speichern Sie es entweder im Systemordner „Downloads“ oder in einer der unterstützten Clouds (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive)
- Unter Einstellungen > Sonstiges > Standardverzeichnisse „App-Daten entladen“ wählen
- Erstellen Sie ein Verzeichnis „locus_data“ im Systemordner „Downloads“ und speichern Sie die Anwendungsdaten darin
Locus Map 4
- Installieren Sie die App von Google Play
- Unter Einstellungen > Backup & Dateisystem > App-Datenübertragung „App-Daten laden“ auswählen
- Rufen Sie die Daten aus dem Ordner „locus_data“ im Verzeichnis „Downloads“ ab
- Nach dem Neustart der Anwendung die Sicherung aus dem Ordner „downloads“ oder der Cloud wiederherstellen
- Nach einem weiteren Neustart sind Sie bereit
Diese Anleitung gilt für die neuesten Versionen des Android-Betriebssystems. Sollten Sie auf das kleinste Problem stoßen, kontaktieren Sie uns bitte unter Helpdesk. Wir helfen Ihnen gerne!
Wir hoffen, dass Sie die Umstellung auf die nächste Generation von Locus Map als eine lohnende und angenehme Erfahrung bei Ihren Outdoor-Abenteuern mit der Familie oder mit Freunden empfinden werden.
Foto vom Locus team und David Griffiths auf Unsplash
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92 Comments
I always use this app. It is so good to measure land and get location points.
Locus Map 4 can measure land and get location points, too, plus much more. There's no need to stay with the obsolete app without maintenance and support.
Czy po zakończeniu wsparcia aplikacja Classic 3 będzie nadal działać na telefonie?
Hi Rafi, the app will not be "switched off". It will only stop being updated, maintained and suppported. And it will be disconnected from Locus Store and third-party online services like weather forecast ot GRapHopper.
What about already purchased maps? It doesn't make sense for me to switch to a newer app when I already bought maps that I need. Any ways to stay on the older version and preserve already purchased maps indefinitely (custom apk is fine for me)?
1. Is V4 supporting uploading to Livetrack24.com?
2. Does V4 display Hight Over Ground?
If not, there is little incentive to move from V3,which is already a very good "all arounder" for Paragliding, Mountain biking, Hiking...
Hi Mario,
Locus Map 4 does the same as Locus Classic, plus much more. Yes, it offers Live Tracking, and yes, it displays altitude.
Bonjour, je tente une question ici car je n'arrive pas à trouver une solution à un problème que je rencontre en utilisant la version locus map gratuite que j'ai télécharger sur mon téléphone portable tout récemment.
En effet, je souhaiterais utiliser cette application avec une classe sur le terrain et je l'ai essayé, j'ai réussi à tracer un parcours en y incluant des photos "sans problèmes" en revanche je ne sais pas comment faire pour partager ce parcours avec les photos à une autre personne. J'ai essayé mais l'autre personne reçoit le parcours sans avoir accès aux photos. Faut-il pour cela utiliser la version payante ou est-ce possible autrement ?
Par avance merci de vos retours
Hi, export the track with photos to a KMZ file and make sure the option "including attachments" is checked in the export dialog. The export is not a Premium feature - it's free. If you need assistance, please contact us at https://help.locusmap.eu.
Dobrý den,dnes jsem si nainstaloval Locus,zatím bez map..Chci si vyzloušet celý software ,zda komunikuje s aplikací Locus map,přes externí GPS bluetooth,který mne umožní velikou přesnost,kterou má můj GPS přijimač (1 m).. Spárovaný s bluetooth je.. Pouze alikace Locus mne říká,abych nastavil povolení ve skypilotu.. To je právě ten problém,kde to v systému Locus map je a kde to najdu. Prosím o radu.. Díky moc. Chci si tuto bezkonkurenční navigaci určitě koupit,protože mám na kole 2,5 KW baterii 48V/50A a jezdím denně v pohodě kolem 200km na svém novém kole Kellys prošpikovaném elektronikou s dobíjením za jízdy..Díky moc za radu,jak tuto kompatibilitu v Locusu provést.. Vašek..
Zvláštní, server vám komolý text..Aplikace locus píše ,že mám nastavit povolení ve skypilotu,což nevím,kde to najdu v aplikaci..Díky..
Tak hotovo.už to maká..Stačilo dát pro začátek tablet a GPS vedle sebe..A už je to boží.. Výpadky GPS signálu již nebudou v lese,ani mezi skálami..Zdravím Locusáci..
Does V4 support adding layers (points, tracks, polygons) with several fields so that these fields can be updated with surveyed data (e.g. text, numbers, etc.)?
This is above a scope of a leisure time hiking/biking app - please have look at www.locusgis.com - we also develop an app for GIS professionals that better suits your requirements.
I used imported raster map and Lomap in locus map classic as well, does locus map 4 still support both map formats?
Of course it does. It offers the same features plus much more.
Not too happy at the news. I have years of use on this old 'obsolete' app (which is not in fact, for me, at all).
I don't think people still on V3 classic need new developments. They just need an occasional update if the new Android version breaks it. Not sure if it's that time or resources consuming.
Now nothing interests me in the new app. I will be forced to subscribe to an expensive (for the use I have) platinum for the functions I use twice or three times a year, plus I don't like the new interface. I will be forced to subscribe just to have a look at my tracks and the POI I have painstakingly created over the years.
Real incentives would be the ability to see any map in 3D which helps in the mountains but I don't see that coming. I used to buy Locus Maps packs in the Locus Store too but I'll think I'll stop using all that altogether.
Too bad.
Hi,
"I don’t think people still on V3 classic need new developments. They just need an occasional update if the new Android version breaks it. Not sure if it’s that time or resources consuming."
- yes, maintaining the app in this state is very time consuming now when the app uses a different user database
"I will be forced to subscribe to an expensive (for the use I have) platinum for the functions I use twice or three times a year"
- you don't have to subscribe at all if you just need to use the basic features like track recording , route planning or navigation or management of your tracks. If you need the features that are in Locus Map Classic, subscribe to Premium Silver which only costs 10€ a year
"Real incentives would be the ability to see any map in 3D which helps in the mountains but I don’t see that coming."
- generating 3D maps is very resource-consuming and it drains the battery which is quite counter-productive for an outdoor navigation app
you sold lifetime licence. now you turn cat around.
Michal - agreemsnt need to be fulfilled
Hi Piotr,
We don't sell a lifetime license; Google Play does. We are only developers, Google Play is the vendor. The lifetime is not a person's lifetime - it's the app's lifetime. And Locus Map Classic's lifetime has been fulfilled.
You have promised 2019:
"Don’t worry, Locus Map Pro will stay on Google Play. However, it will be called Locus Map Classic and will be able to do everything Locus Map Pro can do now. We will update and maintain it so that it can deal with the pitfalls of other versions of Android. However, the main development will only apply to the new Locus Map – only in it the innovations and improvements mentioned above will be available."
You are breaking your promise.
Hi Stephan,
what promise? We didn't promise that LM Classic will stay on Google Play forever. We maintained it, supported it, and updated it for 6 years after we started the transition to a more sustainable model. That's quite a long time in IT. Apps come and go, and now it's time for Locus Map Classic.
customers come and go too ... I know, you want to earn money, but I don't want to give my money every month/year ... I prefer one time payment for basic use (Locus is the best, but not the only) ... please, rethink your decisions ... special features and periodic payment$ doesn't interest me ... sorry guy$, but greed is no good
Hi, "basic use" is free to use in Locus Map 4. Getting paid for continuous development, maintenance, support, web services, etc. is not greed. It's vital for keeping the company running. Another option is to sell the business to someone who drains it to the bone and throws it away (which happened in Viewranger and is expected in Komoot). But we chose the more difficult way.
hi ... I understand that developers need money for their work ... but every month payment for using 1 app is nonsense ... I just don't want to mess with any app over and over again ... and Viewranger/Outdooractive problem is no problem ... I can use my purchased maps in new app, no problem ... you should rethink the situation and maybe offer basic app with basic functionalities for reasonable price ... for more, customers can pay if they want
The basic functionalities are available for free. And you don't have to pay monthly - you can pay once a year.
Using LM3 for many years now... Is "free basic use" of LM4 same as my LIFETIME LM3 ?
If not, why should i move to LM4
i do not worry . i have lifetime licence . so until i live i will install it on my new dones even in 2070.
since you accept payment for it you must keep it working. i do not expect anything new though .
this is not you say 'we finish support with this 2026 season', but commitment you made with buy sell law agreement and lifetime is not season.
optionally you can replace it with lifetime licence of locus 3 prociding only app name changes in aggrement. othwerwise i will sue you
Hi Piotr,
We don't sell a lifetime license; Google Play does. We are only developers, Google Play is the vendor. The lifetime is not a human lifetime - it's the app's lifetime. And Locus Map Classic's lifetime has been fulfilled.
i quote you guys from locus.
Michal S. • 5 years ago
Hi Stéphane,
1) license of Locus Map Pro is one-time and has lifetime validity
2) if you use the same Google account both on your phone and tablet, then yes, you can use LM Pro on both devices
3) yes, if you use the same Google account on both devics and the same account in your Locus Store user profile, you can use the same map in both devices
best regards
Michal, Locus team
Hi Piotr,
point 1) we don't sell a lifetime license; Google Play does. We are only developers, Google Play is the vendor. The lifetime is not a human lifetime - it's the app's lifetime. And Locus Map Classic's lifetime has been fulfilled.
points 2) and 3) are still valid
Hi Michal,
ich habe vor einiger Zeit ein sehr großes Paket von LoCoins erworben - verfallen diese dann? Das wäre nicht ok! Oder sind diese in Version 4 übertragbar und nutzbar, auch ohne Abo?
Grüße, Achim
LoCoins stay on your Locus account which can be used on both apps - LM Classic and LM 4. LoCOins are independent on the subscription.
I fully understand you need to make a living off the app. On the other hand I bought a lifetime license. Obviously this is not going hand in hand.
I need no extra features. Locus 3 as is is fine.
I'd expect you to keep providing the app as is.
I'd keep buying lomaps, though.
Hi Frank,
when Google Play says "lifetime," it doesn't mean a human lifetime - it means the app's lifetime. You paid once for the app's lifetime. Now, Locus Map Classic's lifetime is coming to an end.
It is not possible to provide an app without maintaining it. Plus, the app is connected to an environment that needs financing. We've been keeping Locus Map Classic on for 6 years since we announced the transition to a more sustainable model. We understand it is frustrating for many that this period has come to an end but there's no other way for us if we want to continue the development.
Voicing discontentment at the planned removal of Locus 3 is like complaining to an AI chatbot.
They'll keep saying 'just subscribe to a silver or gold package' or use the free version.
But for someone who only hikes 🚶 once in a while or does random trips along the year, it absolutely doesn't feel right or suits me and a few others from what I've read.
Maintaining updates on Locus 3 is time consuming and expensive? 🤷♂️
Fine, old faithful customers who bought lifetime licences should get lifetime silver subscription for free (and even that would not give all the functionalities available for free in Locus 3).
Devs can say whatever they want to justify this move, they are still the ones to pull the trigger on Locus 3.
And coaxing old users into 'half price package subscription' or free ones for one year is just one way of convincing people on giving up their old app... But the thing is it costs us money every year or every month then so that's not really a 'gift' 🎁
Hi,
"Voicing discontentment at the planned removal of Locus 3 is like complaining to an AI chatbot. They’ll keep saying ‘just subscribe to a silver or gold package’ or use the free version."
- that's right with one exception - we don't use chatbots for communication with our users. We prefer personal approach.
"But for someone who only hikes 🚶 once in a while or does random trips along the year, it absolutely doesn’t feel right or suits me and a few others from what I’ve read."
- you don't hav to pay for a year long. You can use the free version and when you need extra features for a while, pay a few bucks for one month and then cancel the subscription. Your data will stay in your app.
"Maintaining updates on Locus 3 is time consuming and expensive? "
- yes, it is. We need more time for Android LM4, web and iOS development and maintenance.
"Fine, old faithful customers who bought lifetime licences should get lifetime silver subscription for free."
- Locus Map 4 is a different app, there is no sense to give it for free to those who bought LM Classic. The lifetime license regards the software, not the human lifetime. The lifetime of LM CLassic has come to an end.
"(and even that would not give all the functionalities available for free in Locus 3)"
- there is no feature in LMClasic that is not included in LM 4 Premium. On the contrary, there are much more features and services.
"Devs can say whatever they want to justify this move, they are still the ones to pull the trigger on Locus 3."
- despite that we will try to explain our steps as best as we can
"coaxing old users into ‘half price package subscription’ or free ones for one year is just one way of convincing people on giving up their old app"
- it's not coaxing - it's persuading you to use Locus Map in its newest versions, fully supported, developed and maintained
"But the thing is it costs us money every year or every month then so that’s not really a ‘gift’"
- we are giving you the results of one whole year our hard everyday work for free - what else is it if not a gift?
Yeah, I've also was under an impression that the license is lifetime. I don't need any new features, just keep the app alive when new versions of android come out, it should not be too difficult. I paid around 24$ for the classic, and it's quite a lot comparing to other paid apps that cost around 1.5$. And to be clear, I own a lot of paid apps, and they do offer free upgrades for new android versions. This is just unfair - you charge more money for the app, plus you charge for the maps. And now you want to abondone the classic just to get more money on subscriptions.
Locus Map 4 doesn't include any functionality I don't already have with Classic. I didn't migrate on first release as I don't remember a free option at that time. I'm pleased to see that option now exists and that it gives me everything that I need. I also understand that a lifetime licence refers to the lifetime of the product, not the lifetime of the user. Your credit on the new licence and advance warning are both above and beyond what many developers offer.
Does the migration process keep all of the Lomaps I have bought over the years and my remaining credits too? I have read information in the past which has lead me to understand that I will need to buy them all again
Hi Roland,
Locus Map 4, in its basic version, was free from the beginning in 2019 - it is a successor of Locus Map Free that existed before.
If you use the same Locus account in Locus Map 4 as in Locus Map Classic, all your LoCoin purchases and downloaded maps remain with you.
I'll investigate further. Locus Map Free didn't give me everything that I want, which is why I bought Pro, I'll investigate the free version of Locus Map 4. Good that I can transfer map purchases from one to the other
Will the classic version keep working fully after the removal from Play Store? Or which functions will stop working?
Can Locus Map 4 display my custom elevation profiles as a layer?
Hi Arne, Locus Map Classic will be disconnected from Locus Store so it won't be possible to download maps from there. Also, third-party services will stop working for it - weather forecast, GraphHopper router...
"Can Locus Map 4 display my custom elevation profiles as a layer?"
- what do you mean by it? Do you mean custom elevation data? If so, yes, all custom features are the same (plus more) in LM4
Čaute. Mám 2 otázky:
1) Keď prejdem z Classic na Silver, je nejaká funkcia ktorá by mi chýbala a je dostupná len v Gold?
2) keby som využil Silver na rok za výmenu z Classic, je možné na skúšku napríklad na mesiac skúsiť gold a po mesiaci sa mi automaticky vráti Silver?
Dobrý den,
1) v Classicu není žádná funkce, která je nyní v Premium Gold. Všechny funkce z Classic verze jsou dostupné v Premium Silver.
2) ano, toto je možné, pokud si na zkoušku koupíte jednorázový Gold na měsíc. Po jeho vyčerpání automaticky pokračujete v Silveru zdarma.
A ešte otázka: keď si dám Silver na mesiac na skúšku, stále mi ostane možnosť na rok zadarmo vymeniť Classic za Silver?
Silver máte k dispozici zdarma na celý rok, tak nedává smysl využít jej pouze na měsíc.
Myslel som to tak, že si ponechám zatiaľ Classic a na verziu 4 si aktivujem Silver na mesiac. Ak sa mi to zaľúbi, či by sa dala potom využiť tá akcia Silver na rok zadarmo. Predpokladám že po využití tej akcie prídem o aplikáciu Classic úplne.
Silver zdarma je k dispozici pouze na rok a momentálně je jedno, kdy jej využijete. Aplikace LM Classic a LM4 jsou nezávislé a můžete v telefonu používat obě. Každá ale se svou vlastní databází tras a bodů - od verze 4.28 jsou jejich databáze nekompatibilní. Po ukončení Silveru zdarma se můžete vrátit ke Classicu, ale ten už zřejmě nebude na Google Play, ale pouze v našem veřejném archivu na https://bit.ly/lmVersions.
Dobrý den
Pokud mám nainstalovaný Locus Classic a kopím si Locus 4 Silver (tedy defacto jinou aplikaci), bude nutné do ní přenést všechny offline mapy (NE LoMaps), které mám v Locus Classic a nebo mi to nabídne automatický přenos při prvním spuštění Locus 4? Stejný dotaz mám i co se týká zazanamenaných nebo naplánavaných tras a bodů. A jak je to s nastavením aplikace - přenese se nějakým způsobem automaticky (případně načtením zálohy z Locus Classic) nebo bude nutné vše nastavovat znovu manuálně? Dále by mne zajímalo jak to bude s vlastními obrazovkami (dashboard) - je možné je nějak přenést a nebo bude nutné vše pracně nastavovat znovu?
Předem díky za odpovědi.
Dobrý den, způsob přenosu dat z LM Classic do LM4 se liší podle verze vašeho operačního systému. Bohužel "automatika" funguje jen na starších Androidech, od verze 13 je nutné data přenést manuálně kvůli vnitřním restrikcím Google. Zde jsou instrukce: https://docs.locusmap.app/doku.php?id=manual:faq:pro_to_lm4
I don't want any subscriptions. I will give up Locus 3 when it stops working. It's sad.
Hi Mirek, you don't have to pay any subscriptions. You can use the app for free - you can record tracks, navigate, plan routes... and when you need somehing extra for a while, buy a one-time Premium or one motnh subscription and cancel it before automatic payment renewal. Your data will not be affected, it'll stay in your app.
without advertising?
The free version contains an ad stripe on the main screen.
ich hatte auch LM3pro gekauft um das ohne lästige Werbung zu benutzen, deswegen ist LM4free für mich keine Alternative, wobei mir die LM4 Oberfläche eh nicht gefällt, und für mein Nutzungsverhalten ist eine jährliche Gebühr nicht akzeptabel.
So heisst es also nach vielen Jahren goodbye zu sagen, ich habe mit OsmAnd (m)eine Alternative gefunden.
I don't want advertising. I don't have any applications with advertisements on my phone. If there are advertising in the Locus 4 version, I uninstall Locus 4. I do not tolerate any ads, so I paid for locus 3. I will not be persuaded to subscribe even once a year. Regards.
So I assume you want to use a full-featured app, get regular updates and support and pay nothing. I'm afraid we are not able to provide this for you. Good luck with other apps then.
Not true. I want to pay ONCE like for Locus 3, no subscription, that's all. I don't want monthly or yearly payments without end. Locus is a great app. I want a one-time payment option and nothing more.
An app is not a loaf of bread that you buy once and consume it. It is software which is constantly developed, updated, maintained and supported on helpdesk and other platforms. If you buy a car, you pay for the fuel, for the repairs, insurance, spare tires and so on. Do you also complain about it?
"An app is not a loaf of bread that you buy once and consume it. It is software which is constantly developed, updated, maintained and supported on helpdesk and other platforms. If you buy a car, you pay for the fuel, for the repairs, insurance, spare tires and so on. Do you also complain about it?" -
I am very sad that you write like that. That's it, we are ending this textual fight. I will remove Locus when it stops working - but why did I buy maps? Goodbye
Will classic completely stop working or can I continue using it? (obviously without and updates)
Hi, yes, you'll be able to use it but some services will not be available in it - it'll be disconnected from Locus Store and third-party online services like GraphHopper and weather forecast.
Dear Locus Team,
I understand that Locus Classis will no longer be maintained. Will the classic service be switched off or can I continue using it at my own risk for as long as it works? I have decided not to switch v4. Classic is a great App - I've recorded around 1000 tours in 10 years - many thanks.
Kind regards, David
Hi David, the app will not be "switched off". It will only stop being updated, maintained and suppported. And it will be disconnected from Locus Store and third-party online services like weather forecast ot GRapHopper.
in the new version will offline maps already purchased for version 3 not be available?
Your purchased maps are available for both apps - LM Classic and LM 4. Just use the same Locus account in both.
Czy po zakończeniu wsparcia wersji Classic, aplikacja bez wsparcia nadal będzie działać na telefonie?
Hi Rafi, the app will not be "switched off". It will only stop being updated, maintained and suppported. And it will be disconnected from Locus Store and third-party online services like weather forecast ot GRapHopper.
While I was still very happy with LM classic I understand that maintaining of two different apps can't continue forever.
For any software the "lifetime" license is for the life span of the software not the life span of the developers... ;-) and I have got back a lot more value than I have payed in the far 2019.
So, thank you for your work, in the next few weeks I'll upgrade to v4.
I have only one question: I can't find on the website the prices and the details of the "premium" versions, Silver, etc... Probably they will be visible "in app" but I think it would be clearer to have a comparative table on the website (and if there is, please point me to it ;-).
Hi Stefano, thanks for your support! Overview of prices of Premium subscriptions and related features is at https://www.locusmap.app/premium/. If you need a detailed comparison, please visit https://www.locusmap.app/comparison/.
J'utilise locus map pro (classic) depuis très longtemps et j'en suis très satisfait. La fonctionnalité essentielle pour moi est la possibilité d'utiliser ma clé IGN pour utiliser les cartes IGN.
Je pourrais passer à locus 4 (premium) si j'étais certain de pouvoir continuer à utiliser les cartes IGN avec ma clé personnelle.
Hi, your IGN key is associated with your Locus account so you can use it in any Locus Map using the same account.
Il ne s'agit pas de la clé associée à mon compte locus (je n'ai pas de clé associée) mais de la clé que j'ai créée il y a des années sur le site web IGN et que j'ai configurée dans les cartes custom
I see. Unfortunately, according to the terms IGN defined for cooperation with Locus Map, the only way to use IGN maps in the app is through free access or a special product subscription. This is valid for both Locus Map Classic and Locus Map 4.
I recommend posting a comment in the Play store. Let potential Locus4 customers know how the "lifetime" license is treated. They will probably receive such a "gift" from Locus in future as well. Disabling updates means that with the next major Android update, the app will likely stop working properly for security reasons.
Hi,
A “lifetime license” on Google Play usually means a non-consumable, one-time purchase, valid while the app is available. It’s not a formal legal term, and Google provides no lifetime guarantees — it’s up to the developer to maintain availability and access. Locus Map Classic (ex Pro) has been on the market for 15 years and we announced its progressive suspension 6 years ago. Now we've announced its retirement one year in advance which is fair enough.
Hi Michael,
according to your definition of "lifetime" the publisher of an app is free to set any day of death. I could buy today a lifetime license and the publisher could kill the app tomorrow. This is ridiculous position. At the time of buying the was no communicated end of life. And the existence of locus 4 proofs it's alive.
If you have maintenance overhead just migrate the lifetime license to an equivalent plan on locus 4 (lifetime already payed).
Hi Frank,
A “lifetime license” on Google Play usually means a non-consumable, one-time purchase, valid while the app is available. It’s not a formal legal term, and Google provides no lifetime guarantees — it’s up to the developer to maintain availability and access. Locus Map Classic (ex Pro) has been on the market for 15 years and we announced its progressive suspension 6 years ago. Now we’ve announced its retirement one year in advance which is fair enough.
V plne verzi 3 mohu bez problemu vyuzivat stinovani terenu. Ve verzi 4 musim za stinovani terenu platit kazdy mesic? Prechazim na OsmAnd~ instalovany z f-droid. A nebo mozna pockam na LocusMap 5?
Každý měsíc nemusíte, stačí jednou ročně. A Locus Map 5 zatím není v plánu ani ve výhledu několika let. Každopádně návrat k jednorázové platbě za doživotní licenci bohužel není možný, a to ani v Locusu Map 6 nebo 7. Bez udržitelného financování nelze aplikaci vyvíjet. Nemáme za zády miliardový byznys Seznamu ani jiné vedlejší příjmy, kterými bychom to dotovali. Máme jen naše uživatele a podporovatele. Díky za dosavadní přízeň a přejeme hodně štěstí u konkurence.
Hola. ¿Qué les parece la función que cree una ruta con puntos o foto-puntos y que de ahí se genere un time-lapse o un video del recorrido? La idea es que se pueda configurar el tiempo de detención en cada punto y opciones del tipo "Efectos sobre la foto"...
Locus: mi aplicación de siempre...
Un abrazo, desde la Patagonia Argentina....
Hi Carlos, thanks for the interesting idea. Do you mean to add a function like the app "Relive" does? We'll definitely think about it but to be honest - I don't think such an idea will be implemented in the near future.
To all the complainers about Locus Map pricing.
I have been using Locus Map for many, many years and I have always been baffled by the ridiculously low pricing structure for the quality of the services received.
The application is superb and the maps are soooo cheap to buy. As a developer myself, I've always wondered how the Locus team could survive with this pricing.
So please, stop your whining, and allow the team to make a living (at the new V4 price point, it's not greed, just normal business) so we can all enjoy a great app and practice our outdoors activity safely.
I personally thank the Locus Map team for their ongoing efforts and providing us with a world class app at a very reasonable price.
Thank you, Jack, for your kind and supportive words. They are very motivating and encouraging for us. We'll do our best to keep all of our users and supporters satisfied.
Why i can't export to strava?
He asked for a login to strata and never do it.
In the old version it's all OK, and I can export all the tracks.
Can you help me?
Hi Fernando, yes of course, please contact us at help.locusmap.eu and send a detailed description of the problem, including screenshots of any error messages.
I paid for my locus map 3 for life????
Ich möchte ein Upgrade von Locus Map 3 Classic, das ich seit vielen Jahren installiert haben, auf Locus Map 4 entsprechend der Anleitung durchführen. Das Backup zu machen ist kein Problem. ABER: ich kann unter Einstellungen -> Verschiedenes -> Standardverzeichnisse den Menüpunkt "App-Daten entladen" nicht finden. Unter dem Punkt gibt es nur "Hauptverzeichnis festlegen" und "Eigene Unterverzeichnisse festlegen". Was für App-Daten muss ich überhaupt migrieren, wofür ist das nötig?
I am very sorry that the Classic version is being discontinued, which is why I bought Pro. And I also don't agree that this is a new program and that I should pay for it again. This is the same program that I paid for once, only with a new engine. Just like with Windows, anyone who bought Win 3.1 once could continuously upgrade it to the latest version...
Of course, I also understand that there is a need to maintain developments, and I don't know how much the software's user base can expand, but perhaps it would have been most correct if only new users had to enter the new financing model...
I have tried the new one several times, but it doesn't seem so customizable to me. For example, I can't put icons in the top panel as I like, only at the bottom and on the sides.
Backup to the cloud is also paid. Now I see how important this would have been in the basic version after my previous phone was destroyed, where there was only a backup on the device...
"For Locus Map 3 Classic users, we’ve offered 100% off Premium Silver and 50% off Premium Gold for one year. "
I bought Locus Classic in 2012 and despite this I don’t have a 100% discount on Premium Silver, only 40% at the price of PLN 46.99 per year.
How do I get a 100% discount? I am logged in with the same account.
I purchased Locus Map Pro in the past. I read that I get 100% off on Silver. I installed Locus Map 4, and I need to purchase Silver.