Product snapshot
PSE Mobility Panel is a complimentary Android app created by PSE — Your Data Specialists. It is listed in the Travel & Navigation group, specifically within the Maps & GPS area. The app gathers live mobility traces and physical activity records from users who have explicitly agreed to share their data with PSE.
Who can use it
Access to the application is limited to people who have a registered account on the platform and have accepted the platform’s terms and conditions. Only enrolled participants who provided consent will have their location and movement metrics collected.
What data is gathered and why
The app captures real-time movement and activity information (for example, trips, routes, and activity levels) and forwards those measurements to PSE. Collected data are intended for research and analysis purposes, helping transport researchers, planners, and mobility analysts better understand travel patterns.
Advantages for researchers and analysts
- Provides live, timestamped mobility and activity data suitable for studies and modelling.
- Simple to operate on Android devices, minimizing participant effort and improving data quality.
- Supports research that requires granular, time-sensitive movement information.
Alternative apps to consider
- RideGuide — free option with similar navigation-focused capabilities
- Hero — another recommended substitute for mobility data collection
Technical
- Android
- Portuguese
- Portuguese
- Free