Announcing Grid: Private Location Sharing
Today we're excited to unveil Grid – a privacy-first location sharing app that puts you in complete control. Built on the decentralized Matrix protocol with end-to-end encryption, Grid represents our commitment to privacy and digital autonomy.
Why Grid?
In today's connected world, sharing your location shouldn't mean compromising your privacy. Whether you're meeting friends or keeping tabs on family during travel, your location data should remain exactly that – yours. Grid emerges from a simple yet powerful idea: location sharing should be both seamless and secure.
Key Features
- End-to-End Encryption: Your location data is encrypted before it leaves your device
- Self-Hostable: Run your own Matrix server and maps for complete control over your data
- Open Source: Fully transparent and community-driven - check out our code on GitHub
- Matrix Protocol: Built on Matrix's decentralized network for robust, censorship-resistant communication
- Cross-Platform: Available for both iOS and Android devices
- Battery Efficient: Optimized to minimize battery impact while maintaining reliable updates
- Temporary Sharing: Ever wanted to share locations--but just for the weekend?
Privacy at Its Core
Grid isn't just another location sharing app – it's a statement about digital privacy. Built on Matrix's decentralized infrastructure, every location update is encrypted end-to-end, meaning only the people you explicitly choose can see your whereabouts. Being open source and self-hostable means you have complete transparency and control over your data.
Get Started
Grid is currently under review on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. For those who want a sneak peak, check out our GitHub repository or website.
Join us in embracing a future where privacy and convenience go hand in hand. The future of private location sharing is open source, and it's called Grid.
Grid is a product of Rezivure, an oasis for privacy.