No GPS data was found
Last updated: October 17, 2026
"No GPS data was found" means the file you uploaded has no usable GPS track in it. Either the camera never recorded one (GPS switched off, no satellite lock, or a camera with no GPS chip), or the file was exported or edited on the way to us and the telemetry was stripped out.
Not sure which? Drop the file into our free GPS checker. It runs in your browser, nothing is uploaded, and it tells you whether a telemetry track is there. A track being present doesn't guarantee the camera had a lock, but a missing one explains the error straight away.
GoPro Hero 12: add a lap timer or logger file
The Hero 12 has no GPS chip, so it can't time laps on its own. Add a lap timer or logger file from the same session and it works. You can still upload its footage as a video-only session, then add the file on the review page (AiM MyChron or Solo, Alfano, RaceBox or RaceChrono) or mark your laps by hand. For timing straight from the camera, use a Hero 9, 10, 11 or 13. Hero 5 to 8 Black should work, not officially tested.
Common Causes
- GPS wasn't enabled. Many GoPros have GPS turned off by default to save battery
- Recording started before GPS lock. The camera needs a few seconds to connect to satellites before you hit record
- Camera was obstructed. Mounting inside a car, under a helmet visor, or with poor sky view can block GPS signals
How to Fix It for Next Time
Before your next track session:
- Enable GPS in your camera settings. Go to Preferences, then Regional, then GPS and turn it ON
- Wait for GPS lock. Look for the GPS icon on your camera screen. Wait until it appears before hitting record.
- Mount with clear sky view. External mounts work best. If mounting inside, ensure the camera can "see" the sky through the windscreen.
For detailed step-by-step instructions on enabling GPS and optimizing your GoPro settings, check out our GoPro Setup Guide.
Pro tip: GPS lock is faster outdoors with a clear view of the sky. Turn on your camera 30 seconds before you start recording.
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