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CyberTracker is a powerful and versatile software tool for mobile data capture and visualization, designed to assist in developing a global environmental monitoring network.

Since its inception in 1997, CyberTracker has empowered conservationists, scientists, and communities around the world to collect data more effectively, enhancing efforts in biodiversity protection, research, and education. By combining indigenous tracking knowledge with modern technology, CyberTracker supports diverse applications in conservation, research, farming, forestry, community science, and education.

What is CyberTracker?

CyberTracker is a conservation software designed for mobile data collection and visualization. It was developed to accommodate users of all literacy levels, including non-literate indigenous trackers, enabling them to participate in scientific research and biodiversity monitoring. Its user-friendly interface, based on icons, facilitates quick and accurate data input in the field, even in remote areas without network connectivity. The platform also supports advanced customization, making it adaptable for a wide range of environmental monitoring and conservation activities worldwide.

Key Features of CyberTracker

  • User-Friendly Icon Interface: Designed for non-literate users, allowing data collection without the need for reading or writing skills.
  • Mobile and Offline Data Capture: Collect data on smartphones or tablets even without internet access; sync when connectivity is available.
  • Customizable Screen Templates: Allows users to create tailored data capture applications to suit specific project needs.
  • Integrated Data Visualization: Provides map and table views for easy data querying and analysis without needing GIS skills.
  • Support for Multiple Sectors: Used globally in conservation, research, farming, forestry, community science, education, and more.
  • Export Data for Advanced Analysis: Data can be exported in various formats, such as CSV, for detailed analysis using external tools.
  • Low Technical Support Requirement: Simple to use and configure, reducing the need for costly technical assistance.


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CyberTracker Features in Detail

User-Friendly Icon Interface

The CyberTracker interface is specifically designed to accommodate users with varying literacy levels. By using an icon-based system, it allows indigenous trackers and other non-literate users to record observations, track wildlife movements, and monitor ecosystems with precision. This innovation has helped bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and modern science, providing a platform for inclusive participation in conservation efforts.

Mobile and Offline Data Capture

CyberTracker is optimized for field use, allowing data collection on mobile devices without internet connectivity. This offline capability is essential for work in remote or challenging environments where network access is limited. Once back online, the data can be seamlessly synchronized, ensuring that all information is captured and stored safely.

Customizable Screen Templates

Nontechnical users can build and customize their mobile data capture applications using screen templates provided by CyberTracker. These templates are adaptable to various environmental monitoring activities, from simple wildlife surveys to complex ecological studies, making the platform highly versatile and user-friendly.

Integrated Data Visualization

CyberTracker’s integrated data visualization tools, including map and table views, enable users to analyze their collected data effectively. These tools are designed to be intuitive, requiring no specialized GIS knowledge, which simplifies the process of drawing insights from field data for informed decision-making.

Support for Multiple Sectors

CyberTracker is not limited to conservation alone; it has found applications across various sectors. From community science and environmental education to forestry, farming, and social surveys, CyberTracker’s adaptability makes it a valuable tool for numerous stakeholders invested in environmental and biodiversity monitoring.

Export Data for Advanced Analysis

The data collected through CyberTracker can be exported in formats like CSV, enabling further analysis using advanced data analytics software. Future updates will expand these export options to include widely-used formats like Shapefiles, enhancing the platform’s compatibility with different analytical tools and systems.

CyberTracker Interface
CyberTracker Interface
CyberTracker Interface

About CyberTracker

CyberTracker was founded on the idea that the ancient art of tracking could be revitalized and developed into a new science for monitoring the impacts of climate change on biodiversity. Starting with indigenous Kalahari San trackers, CyberTracker projects have spread worldwide, merging indigenous knowledge with cutting-edge technology. Today, it continues to provide accessible tools for environmental monitoring, empowering local communities, scientists, and educators to protect our planet for future generations.


CyberTracker is more than just a software tool; it is a movement to develop a Worldwide Environmental Monitoring Network. With a mission to combine indigenous knowledge and modern technology, CyberTracker has enabled communities and conservationists around the globe to document, understand, and protect biodiversity in innovative ways. From the Kalahari to the Amazon, from conservation areas to classrooms, CyberTracker empowers users of all backgrounds to engage with science and environmental stewardship, fostering a more inclusive and sustainable future.


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