Self-hosted item tracking as a practical Mac mini server use case
A valuable-item tracking setup is needed for an August convention without relying on Apple AirTag or Google Find My Device services. The phone in use is a degoogled Fairphone, so and Apple services are not available. The desired tracker needs to be very small, battery powered, and able to fit inside an item.
It also needs bring-your-own-SIM support and should work with such as Traccar. The hard part is choosing hardware: many GPS trackers are made for cars, and smaller trackers often do not clearly say wh they use, making it difficult to know whether they can connect to a .
Key points
- Apple AirTag and Google Find My Device are not usable in this setup.
- The tracker needs to be small enough to hide inside an item.
- Battery power and bring-your-own-SIM support are required.
- with Traccar or similar is important.
- Many suitable-looking trackers do not clearly publish their protocol.