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TerraPath

Offline emergency tools when you need them most.

TerraPath combines essential emergency and outdoor tools into a clean, easy-to-use app designed for fast access and offline reliability.

Why TerraPath?

TerraPath is intentionally designed to remain lightweight, fast, and dependable.

Unlike many modern apps, TerraPath focuses on:

Offline reliability
Low complexity
Fast launch speed
Minimal distractions
Central access
Emergency usability
Giving you every advantage

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Offline Compass

Find your way when lost

When your signal disappears, your compass doesn't. TerraPath uses your phone's built-in sensors to show your heading, GPS coordinates, elevation, and track every step. No cell service needed — ever.
Keep the phone level for best compass accuracy. Reset the step counter at any landmark to track distance from that point.
PRO TIP: Pair compass heading with GPS coordinates to mark your starting point.

Night Vision

See in the dark — without going blind

White flashlight kills your night vision in seconds. It takes up to 30 minutes to recover. Red light lets you see clearly in darkness without resetting your eyes' natural adaptation.
Activate red light and adjust brightness with the slider. Use the minimum brightness that lets you see what you need.

Wake to red - how to use

:Enable the toggle, then press the Home button to send TerraPath to the background. When you return to the app — by tapping its icon or switching back after unlocking your phone — red light activates automatically. Note: the phone must be unlocked first; this cannot intercept the lock screen itself.
PRO TIP: Use red light when reading a map, checking your compass, or moving through camp at night.

Morse Code

Signal for help when your voice can't reach

Morse code SOS (· · · — — — · · ·) is internationally recognized as a distress signal — TerraPath sends it automatically with one tap.
Screen Flash is visible to rescuers and aircraft. Camera Flash uses your rear torch for longer-range signaling.
PRO TIP: Three short, three long, three short. That's SOS.

Receiving morse code via light

Point your rear camera directly at a distant flashlight signal. The detector samples brightness several times per second and converts light pulses into dots and dashes — then displays letters and words.
SPEED LIMIT: The sender must use SLOW speed. Dots must be held for at least 300ms. Standard Morse is too fast for the camera to reliably capture.
RANGE: Night with a strong torch — up to 200m. Phone flashlight — 50–200m. Bright daylight — unreliable beyond 20m.
PRO TIP: Use a dark environment and aim the camera dead-center at the light source. The detector adapts automatically to ambient brightness.

Battery Life

Your phone is your lifeline, protect it. A dead phone in an emergency is useless.

Battery Saver shuts down every non-essential drain so your device lasts as long as possible.
Tap the Master Switch to apply all power-saving settings at once, or toggle individually.
Some device limitations preclude battery saver automations. Instructions are included for those features.
PRO TIP: Enable Battery Saver the moment you realize you might be in trouble — not when your battery hits 10%.

Alarm Functions

Be heard when your life depends on It. Lost, injured, or threatened — sound travels where people can't see. A whistle may carry over a mile in open terrain.

Use Repeat at Interval to conserve battery while signaling.
PRO TIP: Three blasts, pause, repeat. That's the universal signal for distress.

FAQ

Internet Access and Cellular Service

Does TerraPath require internet access?

No. TerraPath is designed to function offline for all core tools.

Compass

Why does the compass need calibration?

iPhone compass sensors may occasionally require calibration for improved accuracy.
Move the device in a figure-eight motion if prompted by iOS.

Night Vision

Does Night Vision mode use the flashlight?

No. Night Vision mode uses a red screen display designed to preserve night vision.
In addition, the tool also offers an enhanced night vision camera enhancement tool that may offer some additional visibility in low light settings.

Battery

Will TerraPath drain battery quickly?

TerraPath is designed to minimize battery usage whenever possible.
However, flashlight and bright display features may increase battery consumption.

Privacy

Does TerraPath collect personal data?

No personally identifiable information is intentionally collected by TerraPath.
Please review the Privacy Policy for full details.

Troubleshooting

Compass Not Accurate

Try the following:

Move away from strong magnets or electronics.
Restart the app.
Perform an iPhone compass calibration.
Ensure Location Services are enabled.

Path: Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services

Night Vision Screen Too Dim

Try the following:

Increase device brightness.
Disable Auto-Brightness.
Disable Low Power Mode.

Flashlight Not Working

Possible solutions:

Ensure another app is not already using the flashlight.
Restart TerraPath.
Restart your iPhone.
Confirm flashlight permissions are enabled.

Morse Code Tool Not Flashing

Try the following:

Increase screen brightness.
Disable Low Power Mode.
Restart the app.
Ensure screen auto-lock is disabled temporarily.

Alarm Has No Sound

Possible solutions:

Check phone's volume.
Disable Silent Mode.
Verify Focus Modes are not muting notifications.
Restart the app.

App Running Slowly

Try these steps:

Close background apps.
Restart your iPhone.
Update to the latest version of TerraPath.
Ensure sufficient storage space is available.

App Crashes or Freezes

Recommended steps:

Force close the app.
Restart your iPhone.
Reinstall TerraPath.
Update iOS to the latest version.

Privacy Policy

General

Last Updated: May 2026

Daugherty Innovations (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how TerraPath handles information.

Information Collection

TerraPath is designed to operate primarily offline.

We do not intentionally collect personally identifiable information.

Depending on device settings and optional system permissions, TerraPath may temporarily access:

Device orientation sensors
Flashlight functionality
Notification permissions
Screen brightness controls

This information is used only for app functionality.

Analytics

TerraPath may use anonymous analytics tools to improve app stability and performance.

These analytics do not intentionally identify individual users.

Location Services

The compass feature may require access to device location services for improved directional accuracy.

Location data is not stored or sold.

Third-Party Services

TerraPath may rely on Apple system frameworks and App Store infrastructure.

Users should also review Apple’s privacy policies.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect application integrity and user privacy.

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

TerraPath is not directed toward children under 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.

Updated versions will be posted on this page.

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