How to Set Up a Private Travel History Log in 5 Minutes

Set Up a Private Travel History Log in 5 Minutes

Keeping a travel history log has never been easier or more private. With Days Around, you can reconstruct your travel history from photos already on your device, all while keeping your data secure. This tutorial takes you step-by-step through setting up your private travel log in just five minutes.

Why Use Days Around?

Using Days Around comes with several advantages:

• Privacy: All data is processed on-device. No cloud uploads.
• Speed: Quickly scan your photo library to gather years of travel history.
• Accuracy: Instantly track compliance with visa and tax requirements.

What You Need

Before you start, ensure you have:

• An iOS device with the Days Around app installed. You can download it from the App Store.
• A photo library with geotagged images from your travels.

Step 1: Open Days Around

Once you have the app installed:

1. Launch Days Around on your iOS device.
   

Step 2: Grant Permission to Access Photos

The app needs to access your photo library to help track your travels.

1. Tap 'Allow Access' when prompted to enable photo access.
   

2. If you skip this step, you can still allow access via Settings > Privacy > Photos.

Step 3: Scan Your Photos

Now it’s time to scan your photo library and extract your travel history.

1. Tap the 'Scan' button on the main screen of the app.
   

2. The app will begin scanning your geotagged photos. This typically takes just a few minutes, depending on the number of images.

Step 4: Review Your Travel History

Once scanning is complete, you’ll see a comprehensive overview of your travel history, including:

• Countries visited
• Total days spent in each country
• A visual representation of your travels over the past years

1. Tap 'Review Travel History' to see the detailed breakdown.
   

Step 5: Set Up Your Preferences

To get the most out of Days Around, customize your settings:

1. Go to Settings within the app to adjust notifications, visualize options, and select your preferred tracking methods such as Schengen limits.

Offline Mode: Track Even Without Internet

Days Around works offline, so you can access your data anywhere.

• All processing happens on-device, meaning you can reconstruct your travel history without an internet connection. This is incredibly useful when you're exploring remote destinations.

Why It Matters

Tracking your travel history isn’t just a fun addition to your digital portfolio; it’s essential for:

• Visa Compliance: Stay within Schengen limits effortlessly.
• Tax Residency Tracking: Know your days per country for tax purposes without the hassle of manual entry.
• Personal Insights: Visualize and reflect on your travel experiences over time.

Conclusion

Setting up your private travel history log with Days Around takes just five minutes and provides peace of mind about your travel compliance and history. Forget about spreadsheets and manual entries—let your photos tell your travel story.

FAQs

Can I use Days Around without an internet connection?
Yes, all data processing is done on your device, and you can continue to use the app offline.

What if some of my photos aren't geotagged?
Days Around will only reconstruct details from photos with GPS data. You can manually add trips without photos, if needed.

How secure is my travel data?
Your data never leaves your device. Days Around does not store or upload any of your personal information.

Can I sync my travel history with other devices?
No, Days Around prioritizes your privacy, so all data is kept locally on your device.

Sources

• Schengen Visa Rules - European Commission
• Tax Residency Guidelines - OECD