Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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- General Questions
- Account and Login
- Trail Management
- GPS and Navigation
- Technical Issues
- Privacy and Security
- Support
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{.anchor}General Questions{.link}
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{.anchor}What is Trailmarks.io?{.link}
::: paragraph Trailmarks.io is a web application for planning, tracking, and sharing outdoor routes such as hiking trails, bike tours, and other trails. ::: :::
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{.anchor}Is Trailmarks.io free?{.link}
::: paragraph Yes, the basic features of Trailmarks.io are available for free. Premium features are available for registered users. ::: :::
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{.anchor}Which devices are supported?{.link}
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Desktop browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
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Mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Android Chrome)
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Progressive Web App (PWA) for mobile devices ::: ::: ::: :::
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{.anchor}Account and Login{.link}
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{.anchor}How do I create an account?{.link}
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Visit https://trailmarks.io{.bare}
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Click "Sign Up"
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Enter email and password
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Confirm your email address
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Log in ::: :::
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{.anchor}I forgot my password{.link}
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Go to the login page
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Click "Forgot Password"
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Enter your email address
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Follow the instructions in the email ::: :::
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{.anchor}Can I delete my account?{.link}
::: paragraph Yes, you can delete your account in the account settings. Note that all your data will be permanently deleted. ::: ::: ::: :::
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{.anchor}Trail Management{.link}
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{.anchor}How many trails can I create?{.link}
::: paragraph Free accounts can create up to 10 trails. Premium accounts have no limit. ::: :::
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{.anchor}Can I keep trails private?{.link}
::: paragraph Yes, you can set the visibility of each trail individually: :::
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Public: Visible to everyone
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Unlisted: Only accessible with direct link
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Private: Only visible to you ::: :::
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{.anchor}Which file formats are supported?{.link}
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GPX (GPS Exchange Format)
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TCX (Training Center XML)
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KML (Keyhole Markup Language)
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FIT (Flexible and Interoperable Data Transfer) ::: ::: ::: :::
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{.anchor}GPS and Navigation{.link}
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{.anchor}Why isn’t GPS working?{.link}
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GPS permission not granted
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Weak GPS signal (indoors)
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Browser cache issues
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Outdated browser :::
::: paragraph Solutions: . Check permission in browser settings . Try outdoors . Clear browser cache . Update browser ::: :::
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{.anchor}How accurate is GPS tracking?{.link}
::: paragraph GPS accuracy depends on various factors: :::
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Optimal conditions: 3-5 meter accuracy
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Urban areas: 5-10 meters (building interference)
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Forested areas: 10-20 meters (tree interference) ::: :::
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{.anchor}Can I navigate offline?{.link}
::: paragraph Yes, you can download trails for offline use. Offline navigation works with previously loaded map data. ::: ::: ::: :::
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{.anchor}Technical Issues{.link}
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{.anchor}The page won’t load{.link}
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Check your internet connection
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Clear browser cache
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Temporarily disable browser extensions
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Try a different browser ::: :::
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{.anchor}Trails are not displayed{.link}
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Refresh the page
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Check your filter settings
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Make sure you’re logged in
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Contact support ::: :::
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{.anchor}Upload issues{.link}
::: paragraph If file uploads fail: :::
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Check file size (max 10 MB)
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Make sure the file format is supported
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Try with a different file
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Check your internet connection ::: ::: ::: :::
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{.anchor}Privacy and Security{.link}
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{.anchor}How is my data protected?{.link}
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All data is transmitted encrypted (HTTPS)
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Passwords are stored securely (hashing)
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No sharing with third parties without your consent
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GDPR compliant ::: :::
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{.anchor}Can I export my data?{.link}
::: paragraph Yes, you can export all your trail data in various formats: :::
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GPX for GPS devices
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JSON for developers
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CSV for spreadsheets ::: ::: ::: :::
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{.anchor}Support{.link}
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{.anchor}How do I contact support?{.link}
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Email: support@trailmarks.io
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Community Forum: https://community.trailmarks.io{.bare}
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GitHub Issues: https://github.com/trailmarks-io/docs/issues{.bare} ::: :::
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{.anchor}How do I report bugs?{.link}
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Go to our GitHub repository
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Create a new issue
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Describe the problem in detail
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Add screenshots if helpful ::: :::
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{.anchor}Where can I find more documentation?{.link}
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Technical Documentation ::: ::: ::: ::: :::
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