Wherostr
Share where you are. Location-based social networking on Nostr.
Overview
Wherostr is a geo-social application that brings location sharing to Nostr. Check in at places, see where others are, and explore the world through a decentralized lens.
Key Features
Location Features
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Wherostr Concept │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ │
│ ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ World Map │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ 📍 Alice checked in │ │
│ │ at Coffee Shop │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ 📍 Bob is here │ │
│ │ at Conference │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ 📍 Carol │ │
│ │ traveling │ │
│ │ │ │
│ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │
│ │
│ Check-ins • Place discovery • Travel sharing │
│ All on Nostr • Your keys • Your data │
│ │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
Core Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Location pinning | Mark where you are |
| Check-ins | Share visits to places |
| Map view | See friends on a map |
| Native apps | iOS and Android |
| Nostr identity | Use your existing keys |
Privacy Considerations
Location sharing requires trust:
| Control | Description |
|---|---|
| Opt-in sharing | Only share when you choose |
| Precision control | Share city, not exact address |
| Delete anytime | Remove location posts |
| Key ownership | No corporate tracking |
Usage
Check In
- Open Wherostr
- Allow location access
- Select a place or pin location
- Add optional note
- Post to Nostr
Explore
- Map view — See check-ins nearby
- Following — Where your friends have been
- Discover — Popular places
- History — Your check-in history
Social Features
- React to check-ins
- Comment on locations
- Follow travelers
- Zap location posts
Technical Details
| Component | Implementation |
|---|---|
| Platform | iOS, Android |
| Protocol | Nostr |
| Maps | Native map SDK |
| Location | Device GPS |
| Storage | Nostr relays |
Use Cases
- Travel — Share your journey
- Events — Find who's at a conference
- Recommendations — Discover places through friends
- Memories — Location-tagged posts
Comparison
| Feature | Wherostr | Swarm | Google Maps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protocol | Nostr | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Data ownership | User | Company | Company |
| Identity | Keys | Account | Google account |
| Monetization | None | Ads | Ads |
Privacy Note
Location data is sensitive. Wherostr lets you:
- Control when to share
- Choose precision level
- Use any Nostr identity
- No corporate tracking
But remember: posts on Nostr are public. Be mindful of what you share.
Links
- Company: MAPBOSS
See Also
- Nostr Protocol — The protocol
- Amethyst — Android Nostr client
- Damus — iOS Nostr client