To create flexible and customized Event Types in EarthRanger (e.g. for data collection forms, reports etc.), populate a Data Model using the easy-to-use spreadsheet template linked below. Once complete, this file can be shared with the EarthRanger support team to get the new Event Types set up for use on your EarthRanger instance. You can read more ...

EarthRanger Web is designed to be lightweight and accessible across a wide range of devices and environments, especially in field and remote settings. While there are no strict hardware or software requirements, here are some recommended guidelines to ensure a smooth experience.  Recommended Setup Browser: EarthRanger is optimized for Google Chrome....

This guide describes some fundamental aspects of EarthRanger administration portal, which includes managing: Users: The people who use EarthRanger Permission sets: The various administrative permissions that can be assigned to EarthRanger users Subjects: The entities that you monitor and manage in EarthRanger, for example, animals and vehicles     ...

This article explains how to add and configure stationary subjects, such as weather stations, GSM trail cameras, or fence energizers within your EarthRanger site. Before You Begin All configuration steps are performed on the EarthRanger Admin site. Stationary subjects are unique because their location does not change; instead, they provide continuou...

Feature Proximity Analyzers in EarthRanger monitor the distance between tracked subjects and specific geographic features (points, lines, or polygons). When a subject enters a defined proximity radius of a feature, the system generates an Event. This functionality is essential for: Alerting when wildlife nears human settlements Monitoring vehicle pr...

In these short video tutorials, you will follow one of our instructors to set up Geofence Analyzers in EarthRanger Admin.  For more information, please see the Geofence Analyzers page. Introducing Geofence Analyzers  Your browser does not support HTML5 video. A good day to you all, I am Tebogo and I welcome you to another EarthRanger Guided Demo. No...

  Disable Event Form Submit Button Until Location is Available The event form’s submit button will remain disabled until a location is available.     Profile ID Not Removed from Event Type Table When Event Permissions Are Revoked Cleans the internal database when a user profile's permissions are changed.   Start Tracking Button Continues to Display ...

This release introduces three new analyzers for automated detection and a migration tool for upgrading Event Types from V1 to V2. 🆕 New Features V1 to V2 Event Type Migration ToolSite administrators can now review and selectively upgrade existing Event Types to V2 through a guided tool with built-in compatibility checks. Upgrades are permanent and d...

Ecoscope Desktop is installed locally on your computer and allows you to run Ecoscope workflows outside of the web browser. After installation, workflows can be executed directly from your machine using the same workflow templates used in Ecoscope Web. Before You Begin Before installing Ecoscope Desktop, ensure that: You have permission to install a...

The Map Tools panel is located in the bottom-right corner of the EarthRanger Map View. These tools let you interact directly with the map to measure distances, view historic activity, add events, and change your map view. Here's a quick overview of what each tool does: Quick Add button - Easily create an event or patrol (e.g. field assignment or eve...

This EarthRanger Web release focuses on data accuracy, export reliability, and overall stability, with key fixes that directly impact how users view features, export data, and navigate the platform. Here’s what’s included: ✨ Key Fixes & Improvements Inactive Polygon Features No Longer Displayed Polygon features that were marked as inactive are n...

The EarthRanger Mobile app allows users to submit reports, log events, and track their device location in the field. It is available for both iOS and Android devices. Important: EarthRanger Mobile is not a standalone app. You must have access to an active EarthRanger site and user account to use it. If you’re new to EarthRanger, see How to Get Earth...

ER2ER (EarthRanger to EarthRanger) allows two or more EarthRanger sites to share data seamlessly between each other.Through this connection, sites can exchange events and subject data securely and automatically enabling cross-site collaboration and shared situational awareness across projects, regions, or partner organizations. ER2ER is designed for...

EarthRanger for Operators Training - Session Overview  (2-hour session)      This training session covers basic EarthRanger operations for  EarthRanger Operators.  It is intended for users just exposed to the EarthRanger platform or for those wanting a refresher on basic operations.       Question and Answer sessions will be provided, but detailed q...

With EarthRanger Mobile 2.9.0, users with the necessary permissions can now view events created by other users or services directly in the events list and on the map (shared events). This update enhances situational awareness by allowing teams to see event data collected by other users or devices in your operational area.   What Are Shared Events?  ...

When an Event type is set as a Polygon as the Geometry Type, you will be able to record an area as part of the location of the Event instead of a coordinate. An Event type with areas enabled is capable of representing geographic areas as its location, rather than a single point. Event types can only collect one type of geometry (either point, or are...

To be used offline, the EarthRanger Mobile app must sync resources from the web platform and save them in a local database on the device. These are some of the different methods to sync content:  Login How do you sync? When you log in with a user and password on the initial screen.  If the user used to log in is different from the current one in the...

Incidents are a valuable feature that allows you to collect Events to indicate specific occurrences. They play a vital role in helping us understand the narrative behind complex situations by enabling us to track and analyze associated Events effectively. Creating an Incident To create a new Incident, follow these simple steps.  When creating a new ...

EarthRanger supports both patrol tracking and event reporting through two related fields: Tracked by and Reported by. Understanding the difference helps ensure your patrol routes and event records are accurate and easy to interpret. Before diving in, here are two quick definitions: Patrol: A planned or active monitoring mission that tracks movement ...

Discover the powerful new features of EarthRanger Mobile 2.90 in this walkthrough with Gaby Ledesma! Learn how to: Sync and customize Shared Events Track real-time sync progress Instantly toggle Events & Subjects visibility Manage on-device Subject storage Enjoy new Thai & Khmer language support   Your browser does not support HTML5 video. H...

The EarthRanger Admin Site allows you to manage user accounts, configure permissions, customize mapping features, track subject data among other settings for your EarthRanger site.  The EarthRanger Admin Site Logging in to the Admin Site of an EarthRanger instance To log in to the EarthRanger Administration site:  Append “/admin” to the end of your ...

EarthRanger allows you to create and manage custom Patrol Types of patrols that support specific field tracking needs such as security patrols, ranger movements, or aerial surveys. In parallel, you can manage Patrol Permissions using role-based Permission Sets to define who can add, edit, or view patrols within your site.     Creating Patrol Types  ...

This release includes performance improvements to exports, expanded configuration support for Event Types and form fields, additional icon options, and several stability fixes. ✨ Enhancements New event icons available Added new icons for Events, including Deer and LoRa Gateway, providing more flexibility in visual classification. New Subject Icons a...

Here's what's new in the latest update to the EarthRanger mobile app. This release includes new event form field types, expanded conditional logic for v2 event forms, performance improvements to patrol details, and several bug fixes. 🌟New Features Boolean Field Support in Event Forms Event forms built with the Event Form Editor now support boolean (...

EarthRanger Mobile 2.13.1 includes improvements to subject map visibility behavior and four bug fixes addressing navigation, shared events, form validation, and app stability with large choice lists. 🚀Improvements Subject visibility on the map now loads once on app launch rather than reloading each time you navigate to the map. Shared events are now...

All of the items displayed in the Map can be controlled and edited by using Map Layers. Map layers are a controlled group of objects that appear and can help on a better use of EarthRanger and commonly named as features. Such as Tracked Subjects, Stationary Subjects, Features, Events amongst others.  Depending on how your site is configured, these l...

You can use some of the control options for the Map Layers in order to visualize what you need and find features on the Map.   Jumping to a location: Select the location marker in a Layer row to jump to that subject on the map.  . Showing Tracks: Select the Tracks Toggle to display the track for that subject. Several subjects can be displayed at the...

Events are the fundamental components of data collection in EarthRanger Mobile. These are the specific incidents or observations recorded during patrols or monitoring activities.   Why Collecting Events is Important   Gather Data: Events provide valuable data that helps in monitoring wildlife, assessing environmental conditions, and identifying thre...

EarthRanger offers synchronization capabilities with ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Server, empowering users to integrate selected data. Synchronizing with ArcGIS Server necessitates accessibility from EarthRanger servers. This integration is highly configurable and supports three primary data types: EarthRanger Events -> ArcGIS Point Layer EarthRanger ...

EarthRanger is a free, real-time software platform designed to help conservationists, protected area managers, ecologists, and wildlife biologists make informed decisions to protect wildlife and ecosystems. Developed by the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (Ai2), EarthRanger integrates data from various sources—such as GPS collars, camera...

Self-deployment touches multiple areas that rely on permissions. This guide gives you a practical map of what access is needed at each step and points you to the official permissions articles for the “how.”You’ll use this when: Creating Event Types and deciding who can create/view them Integrating devices and ensuring the right teams can see tracks ...

We’ve seen an increase in GPU-related issues affecting EarthRanger Web. These problems are linked to recent changes in Chrome, which impact: How Chrome decides if hardware acceleration and WebGL should be enabled CPU fallback rendering when GPU support is unavailable Because EarthRanger Web relies on MapboxGL, and MapboxGL depends on WebGL, the appl...

This guide walks you through how to create, configure, run, and view a Patrols Workflow in Ecoscope. This workflow is used to visualize and analyze patrol movement and related events from your connected data source.  Results Dashboard When a Patrols Workflow is successfully run, it produces a dashboard with multiple components tailored to the config...

The EarthRanger Event Form Editor (EFE) is a simple, visual way for administrators to build and manage how Events are captured in EarthRanger. The EFE makes creating Event Types as simple as dragging and dropping. Admins can create, customize, and manage event types and event categories while defining the exact data they want to collect. This gives ...

Ecoscope is built to help you turn raw data into structured, repeatable insights. To help you get familiar with the app, Tebogo has created an introductory guided demo that walks through the core features of Ecoscope from start to finish. The main video below covers the entire demo in one go. If you’d like to jump directly to a specific topic, you c...

Before running any workflow in Ecoscope, you must first configure at least one data source. Data sources provide the input data that workflows query, process, and visualize. Without a configured data source, workflows cannot retrieve data and therefore cannot be executed.  What Is a Data Source? In Ecoscope, a data source represents a connection to ...

Device tracking refers to the process of automatically recording a user's location data and movement over time, while using the EarthRanger Mobile app. This data creates a digital path made up of “tracking points” that helps you and your team visualize the movements and activities of tracked subjects (wildlife, vehicles, etc.) within the protected a...

Does Ecoscope have online tutorials or training materials? We are actively building out articles and videos for the Ecoscope Support Center. While training resources are limited right now, you can find some introductory videos (note: they may be slightly outdated). You can safely explore and test workflows — nothing you do in Ecoscope will affect yo...

Ecoscope Desktop stores templates, workflow configurations, and workflow outputs locally on your computer. This allows workflows to run directly on your system without requiring cloud processing. Most files created by Ecoscope Desktop are stored automatically and managed by the application. Users typically do not need to manually interact with these...

Subjects and sources are essential components for tracking and monitoring wildlife, vehicles, and other entities. A Subject represents the animal, person, or object being tracked (for more information, see Managing Subjects ), while a Source refers to the device that provides data about the subject, such as a GPS collar or tracking unit (for more in...

Subjects in EarthRanger represent the entities being tracked, such as an elephant named Horton or a helicopter identified as Focke-Wulf. This guide outlines how to add, view, edit, and manage subjects effectively within the EarthRanger Administration interface. Managing Subjects To manage subjects: Navigate to Home > Observations > Subjects in...

Observation Attribute Analyzers monitor the data payload attached to observations from connected devices. Values like battery level, temperature, altitude, or speed. When a value crosses a threshold you define, EarthRanger automatically creates an Event in the Events Feed so your team can act on it. This article explains how to create and configure ...

In EarthRanger, Event Type dropdown menus allow users and administrators to classify activities in protected areas, such as species sightings, unauthorized activity, and environmental observations. EarthRanger administrators can adjust dropdown choices for Event fields to better reflect their site’s needs.  Here is the detailed process for modifying...

EarthRanger's API enables direct programmatic access to tracking data, observations, and events, allowing you to build custom integrations, automation pipelines, or external dashboards. Getting Started Explore EarthRanger's API through the following official tools and documentation: Interactive Documentation Replace <sandbox> in the URL with y...

In this section, you’ll learn how to configure key app behaviors that affect how data is captured and synced during field operations. From starting Patrols to managing Subjects, customizing app settings, and improving performance. We’ll start by exploring Patrols, which let you document and structure field activity over time, and automatically link ...

EarthRanger offers several data export options to help you manage and analyze your field data effectively. These features provide flexibility and control over your data, ensuring you have the information needed for informed decision-making.    Below, we’ll explore the various data export options available: Subject KML The Subject KML export option c...

To use the EarthRanger Mobile app, you’ll need to sign in with your EarthRanger account and site information. An internet connection is required for the initial login to sync your data from the web platform. Note: The following steps demonstrate the configuration process on an Android device. iOS device configuration is similar, but not exactly as s...

Before You Begin EarthRanger serves as the central platform where all devices are managed, validated, and visualized. Devices can include animal collars, sensors, radios, aircraft trackers, and environmental monitors used to support real-time monitoring and decision-making. Before starting, use this guide to identify how your devices will connect to...

This process is completed through the EarthRanger Administration site. If you need help accessing it, please refer to the article on Logging in to the EarthRanger Admin Site   You can create, edit, and manage User Profiles directly in the EarthRanger Admin site. Each profile is associated with a parent user, who can manage multiple profiles. Creatin...

Analyzers in EarthRanger work in the background to watch your incoming data and check whether it meets certain rules. When these conditions are met, the system can generate Events and trigger Alerts allowing you to respond rapidly to important field situations. For example, a geospatial proximity analyzer can alert you when a tracked animal comes ne...

Authentication tokens allow secure, programmatic access to EarthRanger for API communications and third-party integrations. This guide walks you through the process of creating and using an authentication token tied to a service account. Before You Begin, you’ll need a configured Service Account. See: Creating and Managing Service Accounts   Step 1:...

Ecoscope Desktop uses the same workflow templates and configuration process as Ecoscope Web. Once a workflow template has been added to the application, you can create and run workflows using the same configuration steps used in the web version of Ecoscope. This means that most workflow configuration guides in the Ecoscope documentation apply to bot...

The Map View is the core of the EarthRanger interface. It's where real-time activity, patrols, events, and observations are visually displayed over your area of interest. EarthRanger allows you to customize the information shown on the map, from animal locations and GPS devices to alert zones, boundaries, and analyzers. This article introduces the t...

EarthRanger enables organizations to log, categorize, and report real-world observations through custom-configured Event Types. These Event Types are grouped into Event Categories and governed by schema-based form definitions and permission controls. Here you will learn about setting up Event Categories, creating Event Types, designing custom input ...

EarthRanger Web version 2.121 brings valuable improvements to event creation and map usability, helping you manage data and visualize information more efficiently. Here’s what’s included: 1. Event Form Editor (Beta)  The new Event Form Editor allows administrators to create and manage custom event types and categories directly in the EarthRanger UI ...

The EcoScope Downloader is a third-party tool that enables EarthRanger users to export observation data for analysis in applications like Excel, QGIS, or ArcGIS. While EcoScope provides its own detailed documentation, this article outlines how EarthRanger integrates with the tool and what to expect from the export process. Access the EcoScope Downlo...

EarthRanger Admin allows administrators to manage system users and control their access through permission sets. This guide walks through adding new users, editing user details, and configuring the permissions that define what each user can do within EarthRanger. Here you will learn how to add, modify, and manage users, set permissions, and configur...

To create your event Area you will have to create a New event first. Select your event Type and fill out the details of your New event. In the area of Location you will be able to start creating your event Area by selecting “Record event Area”. You can create a single closed polygon which requires 3 or more points where the first and last point of t...

Successful deployment depends on accurate map data. If your shapefiles or GeoJSON files are misconfigured, EarthRanger may display boundaries in the wrong location, lose attributes, or fail to render features at all. A quick validation step saves time and prevents errors later in your workflows.  Step 1. Verify Projection and File Format EarthRanger...

What Do Icons on the EarthRanger Map Represent? EarthRanger’s map icons show real-time and historical data points, representing key objects or activities tracked within your protected area. These include: Subjects: Tracked wildlife or assets (e.g., animals with GPS collars, patrol vehicles, drones) Devices: Location-based devices such as radios or m...

Feature Types (previously Feature Classes) in EarthRanger organize geographic elements such as points, lines, and polygons into structured groups based on real-world entities like roads, rivers, or park boundaries. Grouping similar features (for example, all roads or all water sources) under Feature Types allows for precise control over how those fe...

EarthRanger Web allows you to control what data is displayed on your map by using filters to focus on specific types of Events. This is especially useful when you need to monitor only relevant activity, such as accidents, poaching incidents, or alerts, without being distracted by unrelated data. For example, you might want to isolate and review only...

  The TimeSlider is an interactive tool in EarthRanger Web that helps visualize how data changes over a specific period. Whether you're monitoring wildlife movement, patrol activity, or incident trends, this tool lets you "replay" the past to uncover patterns and timelines that may not be visible at a glance.   Where to Find the TimeSlider Navigate ...

This release introduces new functionality and improvements to enhance your experience in the field and ensure smoother performance. 🚀Improvements Go To Workflow Behavior The Go To workflow now closes automatically when switching between active users, preventing conflicts and improving session transitions. Optimized Sync Information Status View has b...

EarthRanger is provided at no cost to qualified conservation organizations. If you’re interested in deploying EarthRanger at your site, here’s how to get started: Reach Out To begin working with EarthRanger: Email us directly at: info@earthranger.com Or request a demo by completing the form on our website: EarthRanger Contact Form Once you’ve submit...

To deliver accurate tracking data, EarthRanger Mobile requires access to your device’s location, motion sensors, and background activity. Granting these permissions ensures your movements are recorded properly even when the app isn't actively open. If permissions are denied during setup, EarthRanger Mobile may not function correctly. You’ll need to ...

EarthRanger provides a powerful set of administrative tools that allow organizations to tailor the platform to their operational needs. This section is designed for site administrators, system managers, and advanced users responsible for configuring how EarthRanger behaves for their team or protected area. Here you’ll learn how to: Log into the Eart...

You can access EarthRanger as a web application using a supported browser—Google Chrome is recommended. EarthRanger Web offers two login options: Standard login with a username and password Login via a User Profile or PIN, if enabled by your administrator 🔐 Note: PIN Profiles and User Profiles must be configured by your EarthRanger administrator. If...

EarthRanger Mobile is the field companion to the EarthRanger web platform. It enables rangers, researchers, and operational staff to submit reports, view live data, and respond to events directly from smartphones or tablets, even in remote areas. Before installing the app, confirm your device meets the system requirements listed below. 1. Supported ...

A source is a device, such as a GPS radio or camera trap, that collects data about subjects. EarthRanger supports five main types of sources: Tracking Devices: Devices like radio collars used to track the movement of subjects. GPS Radios: Portable radios capable of transmitting their GPS location. Camera Traps: Cameras that capture images when detec...

Profiles on Mobile are an enhanced security configuration that allow changing between users without a system password.  Profiles with PINs can be used to allow profile switching on the same device, with access only to the profiles (and permissions) associated with the PIN. Profile creation and user PIN assignment must first be completed manually in ...

This guide is designed to help you quickly identify and resolve common issues when running workflows in Ecoscope. Whether you're working with Subject Tracking, Events, or Patrols, each entry in this guide includes: Error ID – The message or code displayed after a failed run Suggestion – Recommended actions to help resolve the issue How to Find the E...

ArcGIS Online is an ESRI cloud-based platform that allows users to synchronize and share GIS data while leveraging the full suite of ArcGIS mapping tools. EarthRanger can connect to an ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise account, enabling the synchronization of map features without needing export/import workflows. As changes are made in the ArcGIS en...

Ecoscope is a modular data analysis platform built to turn complex conservation data into clear, actionable insights. Designed with conservation practitioners, researchers, and data analysts in mind, it offers a user-friendly way to run structured, repeatable analyses on spatial and temporal data.  Whether you’re exploring animal movements, analyzin...

You can connect a personal Garmin inReach device to your EarthRanger site to automatically display its tracked location on the map. This configuration enables EarthRanger Admin to pull your device’s MapShare feed and display updates as live subject tracks. You will: Enable MapShare and collect your feed information in Garmin Explore. Configure a mat...

EarthRanger Login: UserName EarthRanger Login: UserProfile EarthRanger Main Page Your browser does not support HTML5 video.   How to add a Event Areas to a New Event.  How to import a GeoJSON spatial file into Tableau Desktop EarthRanger Map Features   Your browser does not support HTML5 video.   EarthRanger Alerts/Notifications How to Use Incidents...

The EarthRanger Team offers three different offerings for EarthRanger users. Each training session is directed to different type of users and functions on EarthRanger. View and register for an upcoming session below:       ...

The EarthRanger Web 2.118.1 release delivers essential bug fixes that enhance map accuracy, data integrity, and system stability. These refinements aim to smooth out core workflows, reduce confusion, and strengthen the reliability of your operational data. 🛠️ Bug Fixes & Improvements Subject Tracking History Table Alignment Fix We've corrected a...

A Collection is a special field type that allows users to enter a repeatable group of fields, enabling detailed structured reporting of items like multiple sightings, multiple confiscated objects, or repeat observations within a single event. Each “item” in a collection replicates the same set of fields. Users can dynamically add multiple items duri...

A Subject in EarthRanger represents a device that is sending periodic data, such as tracking locations or sensor readings.  Examples of Tracked Subjects include aircraft, drones, boats, wheeled vehicles, animals wearing tracking collars, and people carrying GPS-enabled radios.  This enables a variety of information displayed for each of the Subjects...

There are many different ways in which you can add a new Patrol in EarthRanger.  The Add Patrol button located on top of the Patrol list Directly in the Tracked Subject Properties when clicking a subject Quick Add button that appears when clicking on a tracking point on a subject’s track.   When you drop a pin marker on the map, you can also add Pat...

EarthRanger allows administrators and analysts to extract valuable data such as subject tracks, sensor observations, and event logs for further analysis, visualization, and reporting. Whether you're building conservation reports, investigating field patterns, or importing data into GIS tools like QGIS or ArcGIS, selecting the right export method ens...

How to create a new Event   There are several ways to initiate creating an event with EarthRanger Web.  From the Events sidebar menu: Click Events > and the button From a map location: Right-click anywhere on the map and click the button Via Quick add: Click on the Quick add button on the lower right side of the map view   Click to select from av...

Configuring a Camera Trap in EarthRanger Camera traps can automatically send detections and related event data to EarthRanger using integrations managed through Gundi.This setup allows field teams and analysts to receive wildlife detections in near real-time, improving response efficiency and data consistency across systems. To set up a camera trap ...

  Prevent duplicate Patrols from starting  Before: Users experienced issues where tapping the "Start Patrol" button multiple times on Android resulted in duplicate patrols. Now: The app now prevents accidental creation of multiple patrols when there's a delay in tapping the "Start Patrol" button. Prevent duplicate Reports when offline Before: Report...

Admins can manually create and draw custom map features directly within the EarthRanger Admin interface. This method is especially useful when you want to quickly define a point, line, or polygon on the map without needing to prepare and import a geospatial file. If you’re looking for instructions on how to configure and import shapefiles or GeoJSON...

Map Quicklinks allow EarthRanger Web users to quickly jump between predefined map views. Ideal for managing distinct operational zones, field deployments, or multi-site surveillance. These links appear in the top navigation bar under the region shortcut dropdown. Whether you’re overseeing large territories or want to improve your team’s response tim...

Overview With this feature, you can configure entire sections of an Event form to appear only when specific conditions are met. This makes forms: Easier and faster to complete in the field More focused, showing only relevant questions Better at collecting accurate, contextual data How to create a conditional section You can make a section conditiona...

EarthRanger integrates with a wide range of hardware devices to support real-time monitoring of wildlife, vehicles, and field assets. These devices include GPS collars, satellite sensors, camera traps, and environmental monitors that transmit data into EarthRanger’s system for tracking, event creation, and analysis. How to View Supported Devices To ...

In EarthRanger, integrating Web Map Service (WMS) basemaps requires constructing a service URL based on the WMS service's capabilities. This guide will walk you through the steps to build a functional WMS service URL for use within EarthRanger, ensuring that the URL includes the necessary parameters for proper map rendering.   Introduction to Buildi...

You’ve just finished exploring EarthRanger's full instructional path from getting started and mastering data exports to configuring analyzers and integrations. This structured journey is designed to help you confidently operate EarthRanger, manage your site’s data, and make informed conservation decisions.    What You Can Do Now Use your EarthRanger...

Immobility Analyzers in EarthRanger detect when a tracked subject has stopped moving for an unusual amount of time. They automatically generate events and alerts when this lack of movement occurs and when the subject resumes movement. This helps teams identify: Potential injury, illness, or mortality in tracked wildlife Technical issues with collars...

Overview EarthRanger integrates with Google Earth Engine (GEE) to analyze environmental imagery and generate alerts from satellite data. This article walks you through setting up Google Earth Engine access and then adding a Google Earth Engine Analyzer in EarthRanger Admin. You will: Configure a Google Cloud project for Earth Engine. Create a servic...

EarthRanger Events Feed Every Event will appear on the EarthRanger Events feed. It can be opened by clicking on the Events button in the side bar navigation. From here, you can see a feed of all Events created in EarthRanger.  Events in the Events Feed Each Event features as a notification with a preview of information including:  Event Type icon - ...

Users can now export Event data along with short-lived file URLs that link directly to each event’s attachments. This feature allows faster, more secure access to images, reports, and other media associated with Events. What are File URLs? File URLs are short-lived, secure links that appear in your exported .csv file when an Event includes attachmen...

Located at the far-left of the Top Navigation Bar, the EarthRanger Menu gives users fast access to helpful tools and system resources. From here, you can reach the Support Center, configure alerts, or export different types of reports and data.   Menu Options Overview     Alerts - Set up personalized alerts to receive email or in-app notifications f...

Map Layers have the functionality to hide or show different layers depending on your own preferences. In order to do this you will have to activate or deactivate the visualization that is represented as a checkmark icon. When the layer is visible the icon will appear as colored, if it is as an outline the layer is hidden. You can also Clear All visi...

In the Map you can control the information that is being tracked in several ways. You can also control how this information is displayed, filtered and can be personalized. Tracked Subjects A Subject in EarthRanger represents a device that is sending periodic data; such as tracking locations or sensor readings. This enables a variety of information d...

  Alerts are an essential part of managing a site in EarthRanger. You can configure your own Alerts based on the needs and preferences of your site and role. You can also decide which method you would like the alerts and notifications to be received. Notification Methods: The notification methods are the way you want your alerts to be delivered, you...

Choice Lists are used to add selectable list inputs (e.g. in a Dropdown) to EarthRanger Event Types.  These lists help standardize inputs and support structured reporting across the EarthRanger platform. For official EarthRanger documentation on managing Choices, visit: Configuring Event Type Dropdown Choices in EarthRanger Admin Field Configuration...

EarthRanger Web version 2.119.1 brings small but valuable improvements to your experience across alerts, data management, and icon clarity. Here's what's included:   🔧 Bug Fixes Improved handling of future-dated sensor data Data from sensors that report future timestamps is now processed more reliably and accurately.   ✨ Improvements Clearer WhatsAp...

EarthRanger users record and track incidents and activities within their protected areas as Events .  Events can represent anything from fires to wildlife sightings to snare locations.  Events reflect situations happening in the field Events can be created by a user or by a connected service  Events can be standalone, associated with Patrols (see: P...

In these short video tutorials you will follow one of our instructors to learn about Map Features, and how to set up in EarthRanger admin. Introduction to Map Features   Learn how to create, organize, and customize map features in EarthRanger to enhance geospatial data visualization. This guided demo introduces you to map features, hierarchy levels,...

A device that appears integrated but isn’t configured properly can cause missing tracks, incorrect metadata, or restricted access for your team. Validation ensures your devices are both functional and usable in EarthRanger before you rely on them in operations. Step 1. Confirm Devices in Subjects Open Manage Subjects in EarthRanger Admin. Check that...

Ecoscope Desktop stores data locally on your computer so that workflows can run without requiring cloud processing. To protect sensitive information, the application uses your operating system’s secure storage system to encrypt credentials and other sensitive configuration data. This approach ensures that credentials are never stored as plain text o...

With EarthRanger Mobile 2.8.6., we’ve introduced enhancements that speed up app launch and improve data synchronization. These updates reduce loading times, giving you a faster access to critical data while allowing more control over event and Subject sync settings. What’s New? 1. Optimized App Startup To help the app start faster and use less memor...

Ecoscope Workflows allow you to generate dynamic dashboards from your selected data source. Each workflow runs predefined calculations to help you discover patterns and trends. Transforming raw data into spatial and temporal outputs such as maps, charts, and metrics. These outputs support analysis and interpretation but do not perform analysis on yo...

Service accounts are specialized user accounts used for system integrations, automations, and other non-human operations. They enable secure interaction between EarthRanger and external systems by performing tasks such as event creation, data synchronization, or application communication. This guide explains how to create and configure a service acc...

EarthRanger allows you to export observation and track data in various formats for use in tools like Google Earth Pro, QGIS, or other mapping systems. This article explains how to work with KML/KMZ and CSV files, their limitations, and how to ensure successful imports into external tools.   What is a KML or KMZ File?  KML (Keyhole Markup Language): ...

EarthRanger Mobile is designed to support a multilingual field workforce. The app adapts automatically to the language selected in your device settings, with a few exceptions noted below. English French Portuguese Spanish Swahili Thai Khmer Nepalese Amharic Indonesian  Vietnamese Tagalog Hindi   If your device language is not listed above, EarthRang...

This guide walks you through how to create, configure, run, and view an Event Details – Numeric Field Workflow in Ecoscope. This workflow is designed to analyze numeric values captured within events — such as herd size, group size, or quantities reported — rather than simply counting the number of events.Instead of visualizing how often events occur...

The Self Deployment Guide is divided into key areas that match the setup process for your EarthRanger site. Each section builds on the last, helping you create a system that reflects your operations from the map to the data it collects and analyzes. Map Layer Configuration – Define the visual foundation of your site by setting up the map, adding geo...

EarthRanger users record and track incidents and activities within their protected areas as Events . These Events can represent anything from fires to wildlife sightings to snare locations.  Events reflect situations happening in the field Events can be created by a user or by a connected service  Events can be standalone, associated with Patrols (s...

In EarthRanger you can configure Alerts based on your personal needs and preferences. This section can be found in the Menu located on far-left of the Top Navigation or inside Settings located in the side bar.  Notification Methods: The notification methods are the channels through which your Alerts will be delivered. EarthRanger currently supports ...

Before you start Know the Event Type you created/edited and its Event Category. Have a test user/profile with the intended permissions. Be able to access EarthRanger Admin and Event Form Editor. Step 1 : Sanity check in Admin Go to Admin → Activity → Event Types and Categories 2.0 (Beta) and open your Event Type. Confirm: Correct Event Category is s...

Before opening a support ticket, please confirm you’ve completed  all of the steps below. Most mobile issues are resolved by one of these actions. Step 1: Confirm permissions on EarthRanger Web Make sure that: You are logged into  the same user account on Web and Mobile Your user has permission to: view the relevant  Event Categories / Event Types v...

Accessing EarthRanger on the web is simple, whether you're setting up your admin account, logging in with a username and password, or using a user profile. Follow these steps to get started and manage your EarthRanger site efficiently.   Admin Account Creation To set up a new user account in EarthRanger, including configuring permissions and user pr...

EarthRanger Web provides a suite of interactive tools that help visualize and interpret data more effectively. Whether you're monitoring wildlife movement, evaluating patrol coverage, or identifying incident hotspots, these tools give you the insight needed to make timely, informed decisions in the field.     Tracks  Tracks are generated paths to re...

EarthRanger Mobile allows the association of a selected Event Type with new patrols. When Patrol Info is activated and an Event Type has been linked, a new Event of this type will open when starting a new patrol. This allows the recording of structured details at the start of any patrol.  You can configure this setting from Settings > Data Collec...

EarthRanger allows you to grant users specific permissions to various functionalities, such as accounts, activities, analyzers, mapping, and tracking.  For example, you can assign a user permission to add arrest reports with the  Choices | Arrest Violation | Can add Arrest Violation permission. Rather than assigning individual permissions to users, ...

A deep reset of the browser cache can help resolve issues caused by outdated or corrupted data stored by the browser. This process will erase cached files, cookies, and other site data for the selected site, which can help resolve performance or loading issues.  Note: Ensure you only clear site data if you are certain it’s needed, as this action can...

Purpose The EarthRanger Mobile: Field Data Collection Mastery video series provides a structured introduction to EarthRanger Mobile. In just 25 minutes, this 10-video learning journey walks through the essential workflows field teams use every day. From installation and login to Patrols, Events, Tracking, Subjects, Syncing, and Settings. We recommen...

What Are Event Categories? Event categories act as containers for Event Types. Each Event Type you create must belong to one category, which groups related events together for easier use.  Example categories: Wildlife Events (mortality, sightings, conflicts) Patrol Events (start, end, route, incident) Community Reports (feedback, human-wildlife conf...

Ecoscope Desktop uses the same data source framework as Ecoscope Web, allowing workflows to retrieve data from connected external systems such as EarthRanger, SMART, or Google Earth Engine. Data sources must be configured before workflows can run. Without a configured data source, Ecoscope Desktop will not be able to retrieve the data required to ge...

In EarthRanger, a Patrol is a way of grouping and organising activity over a period of time and over a tracked distance (temporal segmentation). Think of it as a container that groups the movement of a subject or team and the situations that take place (Events, notes and images) during a defined operation. A Patrol can include: The tracks of a Track...

We’ve introduced new track styling features to improve how subject tracks appear on the map. These updates provide more flexibility and accuracy in visualizing track data based on time of day and user preferences.   What’s New? Track Color Expression Based on Time of Day A new style expression maps track segment colors to their corresponding time-of...

This guide walks you through how to create, configure, run, and view an Events Workflow in Ecoscope. This workflow is used to visualize and analyze events pulled from your connected data source. Results Dashboard When an Events Workflow is successfully run, it produces a dashboard with multiple components tailored to the configuration choices you ma...

Feature Groups are primarily used for operational purposes, such as when setting up analyzers. These groups are not displayed under the Map Layers section in the user interface. However, if a feature included in a group is also part of a visible Feature Type, it will appear under that Feature Class in the Map Layers section. How to Create a Feature ...

Map features in EarthRanger represent key geographic data such as boundaries, roads, and points of interest that help contextualize real-time operations. These features are typically imported as geospatial files (shapefiles or GeoJSON) and can be customized for clear and meaningful map visualization. This guide walks you through how to prepare, impo...

The Top Navigation Bar appears at the top of the EarthRanger Web interface and offers quick access to key tools such as map quicklinks, system status, alerts, user profiles, and platform notifications. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll find:   Protected Area Name and Map Quicklinks Displays the name of the current protected area at the center of the...

The mobile app is designed for field teams to quickly view maps, submit events, track patrols, and access critical event and subject information. At the bottom of the EarthRanger Mobile screen, you'll find the Navigation Bar, which contains five main icons that help you move between the app’s core views: Map, Status, Events, Subjects, and Settings. ...

EarthRanger’s primary interface—known as the Map View—is the central hub where users can view subjects, create events, monitor activity, and access reports. This page is designed to offer real-time situational awareness across your conservation area. Here are the main elements you'll find on the EarthRanger Web interface: Top Navigation Bar – Access...

EarthRanger offers several ways to export observation-level data, depending on your needs and tools. This article outlines four export methods, from manual CSV downloads to automated ArcGIS integrations.   Option 1: Use the EcoScope Downloader (Recommended) The EcoScope Data Downloader allows you to export observations from a subject group in bulk. ...

In Ecoscope Desktop, workflows are created from workflow templates. Templates contain the processing logic used to generate dashboards, visualizations, and data outputs. Unlike Ecoscope Web, the Desktop application does not include workflow templates by default. Before creating your first workflow, you must add at least one template to the applicati...

EarthRanger supports a wide range of integrations and API connections to help your organization seamlessly exchange data across platforms. Whether you're syncing wildlife telemetry data, exporting patrol routes to GIS systems, or accessing real-time events via API, EarthRanger provides the flexibility and tools to extend your conservation intelligen...

The EarthRanger Web 2.116 release introduces a fresh batch of subject and event icons, a new feature to improve subject visibility, and thoughtful enhancements aimed at better data representation and system clarity. These changes continue our commitment to improving the user interface and supporting complex, real-world conservation work.  ✨ New Feat...

  Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Event Areas as location   If the Event type is set as a “Polygon” in Geometry Type, you will be able to record an area as part of the location of the Event instead of a coordinate. You can create a single closed polygon which requires 3 or more points where the first and last point of the shape meet.  Sta...

Below are the key legal and privacy policies for EarthRanger.  End User License Agreement (EULA) Website Privacy Policy Data Privacy Policy               Up Next: Managing Users in EarthRanger Admin ...

EarthRanger now includes three new configurable analyzers that help teams move faster from incoming data to meaningful decisions in the field. Each tool works by watching specific patterns or values in your data and generating an Event in EarthRanger when something worth attention occurs — so your team can respond to what matters, rather than monito...

Subject types in EarthRanger classify what a subject represents, such as a vehicle, wildlife, stationary object, or person. Subtypes provide additional specificity, allowing further categorization under a primary type. Accessing Subject Type Management To manage subject types: Navigate to EarthRanger Administration page. Select Observations > Sub...

Profiles in EarthRanger are a flexible, secure login option designed to streamline user switching and protect account access. Especially on shared or field-deployed mobile devices. Instead of entering full usernames and passwords each time, users with a PIN-enabled profile can log in quickly and securely by entering just their unique PIN What Are Pr...

Last updated: January 27, 2026 ER Mobile version: 2.12.7  This page covers the most common issues reported by EarthRanger Mobile users and how to resolve them before opening a support ticket.Most problems are related to syncing, permissions, or offline behavior. Follow the steps below in order.  Important: For any issue related to permissions, if yo...

To maximize the functionality of EarthRanger Mobile, configure specific user permissions within EarthRanger to enable users and profiles to effectively use the patrol, reporting, and tracking features. Below are the required permissions / permissions sets in order to utilize these features.   Note: The following process involves editing user permiss...

This release introduces key performance improvements, new features, and bug fixes to enhance your experience with EarthRanger.  ✨New Icons for Events and Subjects We’ve added a collection of new icons into EarthRanger. These include icons related to marine wildlife, aviation incidents, illegal activity, and more — making it easier to quickly identif...

💡Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements Various bug fixes to enhance platform stability and performance.  🚨New Experimental Features Audio Notifications for New InReach Device Messages Users will now receive audio notifications when a new message is received from an InReach device.  Audio Notifications for Radios in “Emergency" Status Audio notifica...

In our main screen of the map you will be able to find features and options to personalize it and have the best experience using EarthRanger. Top Navigation Bar This bar is located on the top of your screen that holds different functionalities for the user. Including menu, alerts, notifications and user settings. Map Quicklinks - This is a dropdown ...

In this tutorial you will learn the first steps on accessing EarthRanger on your web browser. It’s important to know that the supported web browser is Google Chrome. There are two ways that you can login one is using a username and a password provided by your local EarthRanger administrator, and the other is with user profiles. To enhance security, ...

Map Layers allows you to download and display map reference layers — such as property boundaries, protected areas, and fence lines — directly on the EarthRanger Mobile map.   Note: Map Layers is a significant new feature in this release. Please review the Map Layers section below carefully before deploying to field teams. Important: Before going to ...

What's new in this release 🚀:  Enabled Report form submit button when area or location updated. On other versions, you were not able to subimt a Report with a Report Area attached if there were missing requiered fields in the Report. In this new release the submit button enables as soon as you have the report area. Before After   Populated field set...

  In these short video tutorials you will follow one of our instructors to understand EarthRanger mobile and its functionalities.  Introducing EarthRanger Mobile Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Good morning, or good afternoon, , or good night, depending on where you are. I hope you're having a really great day, and don't worry, if you're ...

EarthRanger Web version 2.125 brings smoother map performance, smarter analyzer options, and quality-of-life improvements that make the app feel faster and easier to use. Here’s what’s included: Features & Improvements  “Preserve My Settings” Enabled by Default Your preferred map layers, filters, and view settings now automatically stay in place...

In this tutorial you will learn the first steps on accessing EarthRanger on your web browser. It’s important to know that the supported web browser is Google Chrome. There are two ways that you can login. One is using a username and a password provided by your local EarthRanger administrator, and the other is with user profiles. Enter to your provid...

  In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of using Incidents; a powerful feature designed to help you effectively manage and respond to critical events. Incidents appear in the Reports feed as reports with the, icon. When clicking on each incident a window will display with the details. On the Incident Screen you will have details to...

EarthRanger Web version 2.126 delivers reliability and usability updates that make event form management more consistent and flexible. This release focuses on refining Event Form Editor (EFE) behavior, expanding customization options, and improving data display for form fields. Here’s what’s new: ✨ Features & Improvements New Event Icons A new s...

EarthRanger for Administrators - Session Overview This training session is a very fast paced introduction to the EarthRanger Administration system and is divided in 2 separate sessions at a run-rate of 2 hours each. It is intended for advanced EarthRanger users comfortable with computer configuration and authorized to make changes on an EarthRanger ...

In these short video tutorials you will follow one of our instructors to learn about Proximity Analyzers, and how to set up in EarthRanger admin. Introduction to Proximity Analyzers   This video introduces the final part of a three-part series on analyzers, focusing on proximity analyzers. It explains the two types: feature proximity (tracking subje...

EarthRanger Web version 2.127 is focused on smoother map interactions, improved alert delivery, and small usability upgrades across the platform. Here’s what’s included: Here’s what’s new: ✨ Features & Improvements New Event Icons A new set of requested icons is now available, expanding your options when creating and customizing event types. Scr...

This release introduces enhancements to Event Form Builder logic and alert template customization to provide greater flexibility in configuration and workflow design. ✨ Enhancements Conditional logic for multi-choice fields Event Form Builder now supports conditional logic based on multi-choice field selections, allowing forms to dynamically display...

Profiles on Web allows changing between users without a system password.  Profiles with PINs can be used to allow profile switching on the same device, with access only to the profiles (and permissions) associated with the PIN. Profile creation and user PIN assignment must first be completed manually in EarthRanger Web Admin site.  Read more about t...

In these short video tutorials you will follow one of our instructors to learn about Immobility Analyzers, and how to set up in EarthRanger admin. Overview of Immobility Analyzers  This video provides an introduction to immobility analyzers in EarthRanger, explaining how they detect when a tracked subject stops moving. Learn about system-generated e...

This new release includes incremental performance improvements and internal development work in preparation for the upcoming release of the Event Form Builder 🌟New Features New Icons: Dozens of new icons have been added.  🚀Improvements Events API Search Speed: Improved the performance of the Events API search for faster results.  🛠️Bug Fixes Silent ...

This update includes improvements to alert quality, a bug fix for silent source notifications, and a patch to the Source API for enhanced data management. Improved Quality of Links and Alerts When an alert is triggered, the provided URL will take users directly to the detailed event report, ensuring a smoother and more efficient workflow. Bug Fix fo...

This release introduces key performance improvements, new features, and bug fixes to enhance your experience with EarthRanger.  🚀Improvements Timezone Selection for Track Styling: Added a client-side control to the track legend, allowing users to select their timezone for time-of-day track styling. This ensures accurate representation of track color...

EarthRanger Web version 2.132 focuses on expanding form flexibility with conditional logic, improving authentication for select sites, and delivering several important fixes and backend enhancements. Here’s what’s included: Here’s what’s new: ✨ Features & Improvements Conditional Logic for Event Form Sections Event Form Builder (EFB) now support...

This article is for EarthRanger Admin users who want to add custom basemaps to improve map readability or integrate organization-specific map styles. EarthRanger includes default basemaps that work for many deployments, but custom basemaps allow you to tailor the map experience to your operational needs. This guide explains how to add a custom basem...

Geofence Analyzers in EarthRanger automatically generate Events when a subject from a specified Subject Group crosses a defined linear boundary on the map.  You can use them to detect: Wildlife approaching settlements Security teams entering patrol zones Vehicles breaching buffer areas Each analyzer can also trigger alerts if linked with an Alert Ru...

The Movement Cluster Analyzer monitors location data from tracked subjects and generates an event when a clustering pattern meets the criteria you define — indicating that subjects are spending concentrated time in a specific area. This article explains how to create and configure a Movement Cluster Analyzer in the EarthRanger Admin panel.   Prerequ...

This article guides you through exporting GPS track data for a subject from EarthRanger’s Admin interface. It also explains how to manually exclude erroneous or offset points before export. Steps for Exporting Subject Track Data 1. Access the Admin Site Log in at: https://yourorganization.pamdas.org/admin Navigate to: Observations > Subjects 2. O...

The Default Patrol Configuration controls which Subjects appear in the Tracked By list when a Patrol is started on EarthRanger. Setting this up correctly ensures that the right Subject Groups are available for selection during Patrol creation. This configuration is completed in EarthRanger Admin and requires Admin credentials. Subject Groups must be...

This guide walks you through how to create, configure, run, and visualize a Subject Tracking Workflow in Ecoscope. This workflow type is designed to analyze movement data from tracked subjects, such as wildlife or vehicles, using your connected data source. Results Dashboard  When a Subject Tracking Workflow is successfully run, it produces a dashbo...

FIRMS (Fire Information for Resource Management System) provides near real-time satellite-based fire detection data, reporting active fires within three hours of a satellite overpass. EarthRanger integrates this information to help users visualize fire alerts directly on the map as distinct Events, offering timely insights into fire activity that ma...

EarthRanger Web now supports most of the world’s Coordinate Reference Systems (CRS). This means you can view and enter data in the coordinate system that best matches your operational needs, without having to manually transform data outside of EarthRanger. Why this matters Many organizations rely on a local coordinate system for reporting and mappin...

Integrating FIRMS (Fire Information for Resource Management System) in EarthRanger  The Fire Information for Resource Management System (FIRMS) is a satellite-based fire detection service that provides near real-time fire alerts, reporting active fires within three hours of satellite detection. By configuring FIRMS within EarthRanger, you can displa...

Upgrading your Event Types from V1 to V2 lets you take full advantage of the Event Form Editor, including drag-and-drop editing, conditional display of sections, and boolean field options. Use the migration tool to review and selectively upgrade your existing Event Types at your own pace. Note: Upgrades are permanent and cannot be reversed. Your exi...

If you need help with EarthRanger, here are some resources to try:    Contact the EarthRanger team:  Send email to  support@earthranger.com  with a detailed description of the issue and questions about how the EarthRanger team can be of help.   Open a support ticket:  On the ride side of the EarthRanger title bar, select the Menu button and then sel...

Heatmaps provide a visual summary of activity concentration. Whether it’s tracked subject movement or the frequency of event submissions directly on the EarthRanger map. Color gradients ranging from violet to red indicate intensity: Violet = low activity Red = high activity This visual tool makes it easy to identify where most activity is taking pla...

What is Ecoscope? A: Ecoscope is our new data analysis and reporting tool designed to make it easier for conservation teams to turn data into actionable information. At its core, Ecoscope provides ready-to-use workflow templates that automatically pull data from data sources like EarthRanger and generate dashboards filled with maps, graphs, and key ...

In these short video tutorials you will follow one of our instructors to learn about Event Type Configuration.  Introduction to Event Type Configuration   Let's start with Event Type Configuration with some definitions and Introduction to Event Types.  Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Key Topics:  00:00:05 – Introduction & Overview 00:...

What's new in this release 🚀:  Message field in Report an Issue will be mandatory to submit a Report.  To have a better clarity and support you in the best way possible, we made the message field on the Report and Issue view mandatory. This will only allow you to send the logs if there is a previous message explaining the issue.    Before After   Fi...

  In this release, we’re adding support for ETags, new file URL options for exporting event data, and a new export data permission set. Read on for more details about these updates.   New Features: ETags Support ETags are now added to key API endpoints like /subjectgroups, activity/patrols/trackedby, and activity/events/categories. These help the mo...

  Update Patrol details with serial number  The Patrols Details view has been updated to include feedback on relevant data of interest and a serial number of the patrol was added. The serial number represents the unique identifier for patrols and allows a way for mobile field data collectors to uniquely identify which patrol they are referencing wit...

  New Patrol/Tracking UI/UX Workflow In this new release we are updating the Patrol workflow to make this easier for the user and here are some of the updates that were done.  Disabled the Tracking/Patrol modal. - This modal now only displays the Track/Patrol state, it is no longer tappable and will not be able to start Patrols from here.  Remove Tr...

You can configure your personal preferences for using EarthRanger under the Settings tab on the left-hand Side Bar Navigation.  General Settings The General Settings section lets you personalize how EarthRanger behaves and displays information. These settings are found under the Settings tab in the left-hand sidebar. Use them to create a consistent ...

EarthRanger Web version 2.124 introduces powerful new search capabilities, tighter integration with EcoScope, and important fixes to improve stability and accuracy. Here’s what’s included: Features 1. Search by Location Name You can now search directly by location name, not just coordinates — making it faster and easier to find places without having...

Release Date: 2025-11-18 We're excited to share the latest Ecoscope update, designed to make data exploration smoother, more intuitive, and more reliable for teams who depend on Ecoscope in their daily workflows. This release focuses on usability improvements and subtle under-the-hood enhancements that help ensure Ecoscope continues to scale with yo...

If you're experiencing issues or have questions while using Ecoscope: First, check the FAQ for answers to common questions. For assistance with failed workflows, visit our Known Errors and Solutions. If you still need help, reach out to the EarthRanger Support team at support@earthranger.com. When contacting us, please include: A clear description o...

The App Refresh feature controls which elements of your EarthRanger Web are preserved when you refresh or reload the page. App Refresh settings are enabled by default — meaning your map view, filters, and interface preferences will now remain consistent when the page is refreshed or reopened in the same browser session. This improvement helps users ...

Discover new icons, enhanced stability, and convenient filter options in EarthRanger Web. New Event Icons Added icons for  boat sighting ,  dugong ,  collar , and  skylight events, providing more detailed visual cues for event types. New Subject Icons Introduced icons for  baboon ,  pangolin ,  monkey , and  pin , expanding the range of identifiable...

EarthRanger Web version 2.123 introduces a major new customization option, expanded event icons, and clearer schema handling. Here’s what’s included: ✨ Improvements Custom Coordinate Systems You can now customize the coordinate system used in the Main UI, making EarthRanger more flexible for different operational needs. Improved Performance Loading ...

EarthRanger 2.109.1 introduces key performance improvements to enhance your experience, along with bug fixes for greater consistency and accuracy.r  🚀Improvements Faster, more efficient map load times: We've optimized how map data is processed and displayed, allowing maps to load more quickly and run more smoothly.  🛠️Bug Fixes Exported timestamps s...

EarthRanger Web provides a powerful suite of data visualization tools that help you transform real-time and historical data into clear, actionable insights. Whether you're tracking animals, managing incidents, or reviewing patrol activity, these tools allow you to make informed decisions quickly and effectively. This article introduces the key featu...

We are introducing the features that changed or have been updated to our EarthRanger Web version.  "Print Report" Functionality in Individual Event Report We've introduced a "Print Report" feature for Individual Event Reports. With this, you can now print your Reports or save them in various digital formats. How to use? - Navigate to an Individual E...

Sync: Difference Between Downloading and Uploading When the Sync button is tabbed on the status view, two actions start if the device is online: downloading and uploading. 1. What is Downloading? Downloading is the process of receiving data from the EarthRanger web platform to your mobile device. In other words, your app retrieves information stored...