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Explomania

The mobile app powers the core experience of tracking real-world exploration and awarding users for visiting locations. It uses a custom location service that detects visits based on proximity to defined areas, including both radius and polygon-based zones. The system is optimized for performance and battery efficiency by adapting tracking frequency and accuracy to user movement and context. Users are guided through a structured permission flow that explains different levels of location tracking and allows full control over it. Background processing enables automatic visit detection and reward assignment without requiring active user input. The result is a seamless and responsive experience that connects physical travel with a digital reward system.

TypeScript TypeScript React Native React Native Expo Expo Android Android iOS iOS
Public beta phase
Explomania

Technical case studies

Examples of product logic, backend architecture and implementation detail inside this project.

Geolocation system

Efficient location tracking and visit detection engine

Problem

The app needs to detect when a user visits real-world Spots based on GPS data. This is challenging because mobile location data is noisy, battery consumption is critical, and continuous tracking can quickly degrade performance. Additionally, visit detection depends on different geometries (radius and polygon areas) and must work reliably without draining the device.

Solution

We designed a location service that dynamically adjusts tracking behavior based on user context. The system reduces update frequency when the user is stationary and lowers accuracy when far from relevant Spots to save battery. Visit detection logic supports both radius and polygon-based areas, ensuring reliable recognition of real-world visits while keeping the app efficient and responsive.

Stack
React Native, Expo Location, background tasks, geofencing logic
Efficient location tracking and visit detection engine
Privacy & permissions

User-controlled location tracking and permission flow

Problem

Location tracking requires careful handling of user privacy, system permissions and platform restrictions. Users need to understand what data is being collected and choose the appropriate level of tracking (foreground or background), while the app must remain compliant with mobile platform requirements and avoid breaking core functionality.

Solution

We implemented a structured permission flow with dedicated explanation screens that guide users through different levels of location access. The system clearly communicates how tracking works and allows users to control it at any time using an in-app switch. This approach balances functionality with transparency, ensuring the app remains usable, compliant and respectful of user privacy.

Stack
React Native, Expo Permissions, UX flows, background location handling
User-controlled location tracking and permission flow

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