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Google Alerts vs OwnTracks

A side-by-side look at Google Alerts and OwnTracks. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Google Alerts

Google Alerts

Online Services

Google Alerts is a free service from Google that sends emails notifying users when new web content matching their search terms is indexed. Users can set up alerts around topics, companies, people, etc. to monitor new mentions and updates across the web.

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OwnTracks

OwnTracks

Travel & Location

OwnTracks is an open source application that allows users to track the location of phones and other devices. It works by sending location data from GPS-enabled devices to a central server, which can be visualized on a map. It is useful for keeping tabs on family members or assets.

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