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GPS Tracking Overview

Built for safety. Made to share.

Written by Matt Crockett

PredictWind GPS Tracking pages, once exclusive to Standard or Professional customers, are now available free for every PredictWind user regardless of subscription level.

​What’s PredictWind's GPS Tracking?

What devices can I use for GPS tracking?

GPS Tracking is available for anyone using the following devices:

iPhone / LTE iPad

DataHub

Iridium GO!

Garmin InReach

YB3i

Zoleo

YB Tracker

Bivy Stick

AIS

For more information about device-specific GPS Tracking setup, please see the GPS Tracking Collection.

What do you recommend for GPS tracking?

PredictWind recommends using the DataHub as your GPS tracking device for the most accurate GPS position. The DataHub adds live boat telemetry from your boat's NMEA2000 / N2K network such as:

Boat Speed &

Heading / THW

COG / SOG
COW / SOW

Wind - AWS, AWA, TWS, TWD, TWA, MWD, Gust

Heave, Pitch,

Yaw & Roll

Depth &
Sea Temperature

Battery - Voltage, Current
and Temperature

Atmospheric Pressure

Log / Trip Log

Engine - Speed, Hours, Load,
Oil Pressure, Oil Temperature

Example of DataHub Telemetry for your boat's GPS Tracking page

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should use PredictWind GPS Tracking?

Anyone with a boat, from cruisers and sailors to powerboat users. Your personal GPS Tracking page lets you share your journey, relive passages, and keep friends and family updated.

Is PredictWind GPS Tracking free?

Yes! You can request a free personal GPS Tracking page.

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