Those of you who have been with us for many years know very well that our primary goal has always been and still is to create the ideal partner for every situation. Offering a comprehensive, stable, and multifunctional solution that can withstand demanding conditions requires more effort today than it did fifteen years ago when we started.

It's not just about competition. There has been a fundamental increase in demand for quality of execution, global availability of services, server operation, long-term maintenance, and fair remuneration for the team involved in development. Logically, this had to move us away from a one-off payment model to another, long-term, sustainable solution.

A big part of this is that we're still firmly committed to keeping Asamm Software an independent team of enthusiasts—no outside investors and no pressure to make unpopular decisions, like trading user data.

Thank you for being with us.

Whatever your opinion of this decision, one thing is certain: the fact that you are reading these lines means that Locus Classic has been your companion for some time. We greatly appreciate that!

We would like to thank everyone who has used the app. Most of all, we would like to thank those of you who have actively participated in its continuous and never-ending improvement through feedback, bug reports, ideas, and support. Without you, Locus would not be what it is today.

What's going on, and why we're writing about it again

We have been informing you about the end of support for Locus Classic since 2019, originally with a target date of March 2026. However, based on your responses, we realize that we have not managed to convey this information clearly and comprehensively to everyone.

We have therefore decided:

• Extend the support period until the end of 2026.
• Explain again, clearly, what this change means in practice.

In case of urgent need, we will release a corrected version by the end of this year. This should help extend the life of the application despite the complications that Android 16 brings. 

Unfortunately, Google's distribution requirements are so strict that we will have to offer the installation file directly from our website.

What this means for you today and in the future

Nothing significant is likely to change for you in the near future. Locus Classic will continue to function as usual.

However, like any other software, the application requires maintenance, and over time, situations may arise where:

• Some functions will no longer be 100% reliable.
• Newer versions of the Android operating system will not allow its installation.
• External services (maps, servers) will cease to exist or support functionality in the application.

So let us offer you some possible solutions that you can use now or later. There is no time limit, and the choice is entirely up to you:

User

I'm still hesitating and unsure. Is switching to Locus Map 4 really worth it?

Asamm Software

Let's try to summarize it briefly and objectively.

With Locus Map and the "Premium Silver" package, available for approximately €10 per year, which you get for free for the first year as compensation and thanks for your purchase of Locus Classic years ago, you get:

• An application that offers the same functionality as Locus Classic and slightly surpasses it.
• Still an offline-first solution that can be used permanently without the internet.
• No cloud services for user data (an advantage for many of you).
• Environment and philosophy close to the "good old Locus".
• A stable team of people who actively work on the application.
• Regular updates and quick problem-solving.

The transition is very easy today, and we have already described it in detail in an older article >>.

The amount of approximately €1 per month will significantly support the work on the Locus Map project for years to come.

User

I still feel like something is missing, something doesn't feel right. I'm not convinced.

Asamm Software

We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide us with brief feedback via a short form >> (it takes about 5 minutes). We see 2026 as the ideal and last opportunity to listen to your comments and, where appropriate, offer solutions.

We understand that the subscription model is not for everyone. However, for us, it is key to the long-term functioning of the application and the stability of the team in the coming years. At the same time, we try to offer alternative options, such as one-time annual vouchers or Premium for LoCoins.

User

Okay, let's kick off development together.

Asamm Software

Thank you! If you decide to use Locus Map, we believe you will enjoy the application and that it will be a reliable companion even without the paid Premium version.

User

Locus Classic was my partner, but the obstacles to change are insurmountable. It's time to say goodbye.

Asamm Software

Thank you for joining us on this journey, and we wish you many wonderful experiences as you explore nature—whether with a paper map or one of the high-quality alternatives available on the market. We appreciate you being part of this story.

We will see some of you again in the coming years. To the rest of you, we wish you clean air and a pleasant mountain breeze on your face – wherever your travels may take you.

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A little history at the start

At the beginning of 2019, we began to think intensively about the future of Locus Map, and thus the future direction of our company. Our priorities were and are clear from the beginning - we want to continue to develop and improve Locus Map for you, on all platforms - Android, iOS and web. However, such development would no longer be possible without a fundamental change in the concept of our project.

The Locus Map Pro app, now Classic, was already technically very complex at the time and it was necessary to take into account the increasing costs of maintaining its functionality in the rapidly changing environment of the Android operating system and connected services.

That's why, in the spring of that year, we first informed you about the launch of the next generation of Locus Map and our next steps:

• Our priority is the development of a single application, Locus Map 4, contingent on sustainable funding through subscriptions and other recurring payment options
• The emergence of our own web services to manage your data - web portal, cloud, and synchronisation and the associated reduction in dependency on third-party services and applications
• The decline in the development of Locus Map Pro, the renaming of the application to Locus Map 3 Classic, and the transition to maintenance mode with the end of support within a few years

Two years later, we launched the Locus Map 4 project, including the promised functionality and web services, which we have been developing, improving and expanding ever since. We have also introduced Premium Silver and Gold advanced feature packages, available by subscription and for one-time term payments.

For Locus Map 3 Classic users, we've offered 100% off Premium Silver and 50% off Premium Gold for one year. This exclusive offer, among other things, offsets the investment on the previous purchase of the Classic version. So it doesn't matter if it was purchased a week ago or 10 years ago.

• Locus Map 4 has undergone several phases of redesign for better ergonomics and user-friendliness
• It is fully usable offline without relying on third-party applications and add-ons
• It is connected to a web portal with its own hiking/biking and satellite maps, route planner and library of user tracks, routes and points
• It automatically syncs your routes and points between multiple devices on all platforms
• It is also being developed for iOS devices, so far in a "Lite" version
• And much more...

Development continues apace, thanks to sustained funding from you, our users. Thank you! We have no other resources - we pride ourselves on being a small company with no outside capital, no investors, and a clear commitment to the sanctity of your data - we manage it for your benefit, not for resale. However, this gives us a tremendous amount of freedom and independence, so we can develop the application and services exactly to your imagination!

Locus Map 3 Classic enters its final phase

As time goes on, the development of the two variants of Locus Map has become increasingly divergent and it has become very costly for us to maintain both product branches.

So the time has come to announce that we will end support and maintenance of Locus Map 3 Classic in the spring of 2026.

The app will be pulled from Google Play and will continue to be available only as an APK file in our public archive.

We want to welcome you among the users of Locus Map 4!

What do you get by switching to Locus Map 4?

A modern navigation application

• Efficient UI - everything you need is at your fingertips, and you can adjust the layout of the controls to suit your preferences
• Save battery with dark display mode
• You can launch the app with a widget
• You can connect it with heart rate, cadence, power sensors and some e-bikes; it also works with Garmin bike radars
• It can connect to Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive for unlimited data import and export
• It is fully equipped with geocaching features without the need to connect to external add-ons

New maps, points of interest and router

• Online biking, hiking and winter LoMaps, worldwide FREE, updated daily
• Global satellite maps from HERE and Maxar
• Library of WMS and WMTS resources with hundreds of additional maps
• Points of interest on the map (LoPoints) with information and photos from Wikipedia and other users and full-text search
• Built-in LoRouter for route planning with a range of customisable options

Web services

• Route planner with a Library to conveniently plot your trips on a large PC screen
• Sync your routes, downloaded caches and favourite places between all your devices and the web library

Developer and user community support

• Continuous development of the application and associated services
• Fast support via helpdesk and social networks
• Source ideas, tips and tricks from users on the Locus forum

Some features are available in Premium packages. Locus Map 3 Classic users automatically get 100% off Premium Silver and 50% off Premium Gold for one year! The Premium Silver package builds on Locus Map 3 Classic (with many extra features). With the Premium Gold package, you get the ultimate selection of all the features and services in our current offer. 

What is the best way to switch to Locus Map 4?

Seamless upgrade from Locus Map 3 Classic

• Tap "Upgrade to Locus Map 4!" in the Locus Map Classic main menu
• You are redirected to Google Play to install Locus Map 4 (if you have already installed Locus Map 4 before, this step is skipped)
• Back in Locus Map Classic, a migration backup file is automatically created. It contains all your data - tracks, routes, maps and settings
• When done, Locus Map 4 is started and the migration backup restored
• Restart Locus Map 4 and you're done!
• To get the discount of 100% on Premium Silver and 50% on Premium Gold, log in with the same Locus account you used in Locus Map Classic

This guide is valid for the latest version of Locus Map Classic (3.70.17). If you encounter the slightest problem, feel free to contact us at helpdesk. We are happy to help!

We hope you will find the transition to the next generation of Locus Map to be a rewarding and enjoyable experience on your outdoor adventures with family or friends.

Photo by Locus team and David Griffiths on Unsplash

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