Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging

Mark, track & discover wild food spots with GPS — foragers & hikers

G.H IT Services · com.gh_its.foragersbuddy

Not rated yet 10K+ downloads v3.9.6 4.5 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v3.9.6 (276)
Updated: Aug 11, 2026 (2 months ago)
APK size: 4.5 MB
Requires: Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support: Any (no native code)
Graphics: OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category: Maps & Navigation (app)
Listed since: Jun 12, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 15 (6 sensitive)
Website: sites.google.com/view/gh-its/home
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging is an app by G.H IT Services in the Maps & Navigation category, listed since at least June 2021. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version 3.8.1, the APK grew from 3.8 MB to 4.5 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 4.4 to 6.0. It asks for 15 permissions, 6 of them sensitive, including precise location, read contacts and call phone. It asks for the same permissions as version 3.9.5. The app can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v3.9.6

↑ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ↑ Like this app? Keep us inspired by giving a 5-star rating! * Android 16 support * Update of libraries

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Forager’s Buddy is a powerful GPS mapping & tracking app for foragers, hikers, mushroom hunters, fishermen and outdoor enthusiasts. Easily mark, organize and revisit wild food locations on the map using your device’s GPS. Never forget where you found herbs, mushrooms, fishing spots or hunting areas again 🌲📍 🌿 Perfect for: Wild herb & mushroom foraging Fishing & hunting Hiking, camping & bushcraft Outdoor exploration & survival activities 🗺️ Key Features (Free Edition) ✔️ GPS location marking & route recording ✔️ Map-based spot management ✔️ Distance to each saved location ✔️ Photo attachment to locations ✔️ CSV import & export ✔️ KML route export & GPX conversion ✔️ Favorites & data filtering ✔️ Custom locations (long press on map) ✔️ Dark theme ✔️ Auto backup after every change ✔️ Monthly foraging insights (based on your data) ✔️ Location & item sharing (SMS, Email, Bluetooth) ✔️ Emergency Call & SOS SMS with location & battery info 🚀 Pro Edition Features ⭐ Ad-free experience ⭐ Activity statistics & monthly graphs ⭐ Radar mode (live nearby item detection up to 1000m) ⭐ Weather conditions for saved locations ⭐ Advanced map exporting (.KML & .GPX) ⭐ Notes search & calendar reminders ⭐ Nearby spots preview ⭐ Enhanced custom location management 📂 Professional Data Export All exported files (CSV, KML, GPX) are compatible with GIS software such as QGIS, Google Earth & Google My Maps – ideal for bloggers, researchers and advanced users. ⚠️ Important (Android 10+) For route recording to work correctly, set Location Permission → “Allow all the time” (App info → Permissions → Location) 🎓 Tutorials & Guides 📄 Quick Reference Guide (PDF): https://bit.ly/4qYSXHK 🎥 Video Tutorials: Tutorial 1: https://youtu.be/jWCD6dVO3II Tutorial 2: https://youtu.be/s9DHd6lT160 Tutorial 3: https://youtu.be/2TmSqWIxSC0 Tutorial 4: https://youtu.be/f-jYRJls89Q Tutorial 5: https://youtu.be/Ssx1a3Y-C1I 🔐 Permissions Explained Location – GPS mapping & tracking Contacts / Phone – Emergency Call & SOS SMS Storage – Exporting routes, spots & photos 📰 Bloggers & Journalists Request a Google Play Promo Code for Forager’s Buddy PRO: 👉 https://goo.gl/ufpt7M Follow Us: * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/foragersbuddyapp/posts/ * Twitter: https://twitter.com/foragers_buddy * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foragers_buddy/ * Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Foragersbuddy/ * Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn5vtC2MztnEpiz_-DRWR2g * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foragers_buddy 🌱 Forager’s Buddy – Turn your outdoor adventures into organized knowledge.

Version history

4 versions are listed, going back to v3.8.1. Since v3.9.6 it requires Android 6.0+.

v3.9.6 LATEST Aug 11, 2026 4.5 MB TRUSTED v3.9.5 May 29, 2026 4.5 MB TRUSTED v3.8.8 Jan 9, 2026 3.9 MB TRUSTED v3.8.1 May 31, 2024 3.8 MB TRUSTED

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Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Aug 11, 2026.
Certificate issued to “G.H IT Services” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Aug 11, 2026
Validated against Google Play Aug 11, 2026
Signed byCN=George Hadjikyriacou, O=G.H IT Services, L=Paphos, ST=Paphos, C=CY
Signing certificate (SHA-1)8A:AA:3A:AE:22:B9:51:5E:22:8C:1E:1D:D6:5B:2E:F4:D4:39:81:95
File MD57f3802c5ba78d623aee972334f0a2d33
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (15)

Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging requests 15 permissions, 6 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Call phone Sensitive android.permission.CALL_PHONE
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Read contacts Sensitive android.permission.READ_CONTACTS
Read phone status and identity Sensitive android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Context write use app feature survey (custom) com.samsung.android.providers.context.permission.WRITE_USE_APP_FEATURE_SURVEY
Foreground service location android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.gh_its.foragersbuddy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Camera android.hardware.camera
Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location
GPS android.hardware.location.gps
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait

Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 6.0 or later. Version 3.9.5 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 3.9.5 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the Forager's Buddy - GPS foraging APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 7f3802c5ba78d623aee972334f0a2d33.