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Aptabase
Privacy-first analytics for mobile, desktop, and web apps
Open-source alternative to Firebase Analytics built for apps. Privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant tracking with extensive SDK support and a simple dashboard for essential metrics.
Overview
Analytics Built for Modern Apps
Aptabase is a privacy-first analytics platform designed specifically for mobile, desktop, and web applications. Unlike traditional web analytics tools, it provides app-focused insights without compromising user privacy or requiring complex setup.
Privacy Without Compromise
The platform collects minimal usage data without unique identifiers, focusing on session-based monitoring that fully complies with GDPR, CCPA, and PECR regulations. This approach gives developers the insights they need while respecting user privacy by default.
Built for Developers
With SDKs for Swift, Kotlin, React Native, Flutter, Electron, Tauri, .NET MAUI, Unity, Unreal Engine, and more, Aptabase integrates seamlessly into any tech stack. The built-in dashboard surfaces essential metrics without overwhelming complexity, letting teams understand app dynamics at a glance.
Deploy Aptabase as a fully managed cloud service for instant setup, or self-host on your own infrastructure for complete control. The entire codebase—server and SDKs—is open source and available for inspection, modification, and contribution under the AGPL-3.0 license.
Highlights
Extensive SDK library covering Swift, Kotlin, React Native, Flutter, Electron, Unity, and 10+ frameworks
Privacy-first architecture with session-based tracking and no unique user identifiers
GDPR, CCPA, and PECR compliant by design with minimal data collection
Simple built-in dashboard for essential app metrics without configuration overhead
Pros
- Comprehensive SDK support across mobile, desktop, and web platforms
- Privacy-compliant tracking eliminates legal and ethical concerns
- Fully open-source codebase enables transparency and customization
- Managed cloud and self-hosted deployment options for flexibility
Considerations
- AGPL-3.0 license requires derivative works to be open-sourced
- Session-based tracking may provide less granular user journey data
- Self-hosted deployments require maintenance and update management
- Smaller ecosystem compared to established analytics platforms like Firebase
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Fit guide
Great for
- App developers prioritizing user privacy and regulatory compliance
- Teams building cross-platform mobile or desktop applications
- Organizations requiring self-hosted analytics infrastructure
- Projects needing transparent, auditable analytics without vendor lock-in
Not ideal when
- Teams requiring detailed individual user behavior tracking and funnels
- Projects needing proprietary closed-source analytics solutions
- Organizations without resources to manage self-hosted infrastructure
- Use cases demanding advanced marketing attribution or A/B testing features
How teams use it
Privacy-Compliant Mobile App Analytics
Track session counts, screen views, and feature usage across iOS and Android apps while maintaining full GDPR compliance without user consent banners
Cross-Platform Desktop Application Monitoring
Monitor adoption and engagement across Electron, Tauri, and native desktop apps with unified analytics and consistent SDK integration
Self-Hosted Enterprise Analytics
Deploy analytics infrastructure on internal servers to maintain data sovereignty and meet strict corporate security requirements
Indie Developer App Insights
Gain essential usage metrics for side projects and indie apps without recurring costs or complex setup using the managed cloud tier
Tech snapshot
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Frequently asked questions
How does Aptabase differ from Firebase Analytics?
Aptabase prioritizes privacy with session-based tracking and no unique identifiers, is fully open source, and offers self-hosting options. Firebase provides more granular user tracking but raises privacy concerns and requires Google infrastructure.
What data does Aptabase collect?
Aptabase collects minimal usage data focused on sessions, events, and aggregated metrics without unique user identifiers. This approach ensures GDPR, CCPA, and PECR compliance by design.
Can I self-host Aptabase?
Yes, Aptabase can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure. You maintain full control and data sovereignty but are responsible for updates, maintenance, and security patches.
Which platforms and frameworks are supported?
Aptabase provides SDKs for Swift, Kotlin, React Native, Flutter, Electron, Tauri, .NET MAUI, NativeScript, Unity, Unreal Engine, and web apps. Custom SDKs can be built using the provided guide.
What license does Aptabase use?
Aptabase is licensed under AGPL-3.0, which requires any modifications or derivative works to also be open-sourced if deployed as a network service.
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