What is GPS Vehicle Tracking?

Vehicle Tracking Systems are electronic devices installed in vehicles to enable vehicle owners or third parties to track the location of a vehicle from a computer connected to the internet. More on how GPS Vehicle Tracking works...
 

How does GPS work?

The device that we design and sell (LINK) has a GPS receiver inside it. The GPS receiver gets free signals (like a radio) which allows it to calculate very accurately where it is on the Earth. GPS signals and satellite reception do not cost money. More on the Global Positioning System...
 

How does the vehicle information get to my computer?

The device that we design and sell (LINK) has the ablility to transmit the information over digital cellular networks. LINK is a special type of cell phone which only sends data (not voice). The data is sent from the vehicle to GPS Police servers where the information is decoded and presented nicely. You, the customer, are able to easily understand and see where your vehicles are on a digital map on a computer connected to the internet. More on how GPS Vehicle Tracking works...
 

Who is GPS Police?

GPS Police Inc. is a privately owned company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. GPS Police sells tracking products and services in Canada and the United States. GPS Police sells LINK which is a GPS tracking device that installs into a vehicle. LINK installed allows the owner to see on a map on a computer exactly where the vehicle is. More about GPS Police Inc. or check out GPS Police in Wikipedia
 

How long has GPS Police been in business?

GPS Police has been selling its products and services since 2003. With a growing list of customers across North America the company has remained profitable and continues to expand into different markets. In 2006 GPS Police started a software/wireless only division called www.baseloc.com which provides the same tracking system used by GPS Police to other GPS Tracking Companies.
 

Is GPS Police affiliated with Law Enforcement?

GPS Police is not linked, owned, or influenced by law enforcement. GPS Police has, upon customer request, direct local police authorities to the whereabouts of stolen vehicles.
 

What about technical support and assistance?

Many of our customers are first time buyers of GPS tracking systems and require support and training to get started. We do not charge for or limit our technical support. If needed we provide access to our system engineers for larger projects.
 

Do I need special software on my computer?

Our tracking system will work on a MAC or PC with internet access. There is no software to install. All you require is a web browser.
 

Is the system difficult to use?

If our tracking systems were a portable MP3 player, we would be the iPod. Simply put, we have the best vehicle tracking system in the world and thats because its fast and easy to use. Call for a Demo (403) 250-1111
 

Is the system right for my company?

We have customers with just a few vehicles to large rental and construction companies with nation-wide fleets and our system satisfies both. Although our system is fast and easy to use, we also provide very powerful tools and customizable reports. More on GPS Vehicle Tracking applications...
 

What does LINK look like?

For the security of our customers, GPS Police will never publish a photo of the device itself. LINK is slightly larger than the size of the average cell phone.
 

Can I hide the tracking device (LINK) from my drivers?

Yes, LINK is about the size of a package of cigarettes. It can be installed and hidden under the dash easily. We provide excellent vehicle specific instructions on how to install LINK.
 

What is the warranty on LINK?

All GPS Police products have an industry standard 1-year limited warranty against defects.
 

Is LINK future-proof?

We understand that having a future proof product is very important which is why we are using digital cellular networks (GPRS) which has become the most widely adopted cellular communication standard in the world. GPS Police also provides system updates and upgrades free of charge. When we develop new features, customers can benefit from these via over-the-air upgrades.
 

Is satellite communication better than cellular?

Each system has pros and cons. Satellite communication works almost anywhere in the world except when it does not have a clear view of the sky and has very high usage costs ~$100+/month. Cellular communication works, in buildings, urban canyons, parkades, and the cost is very low at ~$35/month.
 

Wikipedia resources.

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