When is a GPS tracker legal?
In most European countries, including Belgium, owning and using a GPS tracker is legal under specific conditions. The key principle is simple: you may track what belongs to you, or what you are authorized to monitor.
Legal uses include:
- you track your own property or vehicle
the person concerned has given consent
- the use complies with privacy laws and GDPR
For example, it is legal to install a tracker on:
✔ your car
✔ your motorcycle or bicycle
✔ company vehicles (with employee awareness)
✔ valuable equipment
Businesses often use fleet tracking solutions to optimize routes, reduce fuel costs, and improve operational efficiency, all within legal boundaries.
GDPR and privacy considerations
Because GPS trackers collect location data, they must comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This means:
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Data must be collected for legitimate purposes
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Users must be informed when tracking involves them
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Information must be securely stored
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Tracking should be proportional and not excessive
Companies that fail to respect these rules risk serious penalties.
When does it become illegal?
Using a GPS tracker becomes illegal when it is used to monitor someone without their knowledge. Secretly placing a tracker in someone else’s belongings is considered a violation of privacy.
Such actions violate privacy rights and can lead to legal consequences.
Why choose a compliant GPS tracker?
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Responsible and ethical use
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Protection of personal data
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peace of mind
Trackd focuses on legal GPS tracking solutions designed for vehicle security, asset protection, and responsible monitoring.