Gatepost support
Know what's in the field before you open the gate.
Contact us
Questions, ideas, or something wrong on the map? We usually reply within a few days.
Email gatepost@daisypixel.comAbout Gatepost
Gatepost is a free, community map of farm fields across the UK. People out walking mark what they find: sheep, cows, a bull, young or pregnant animals, horses, or rules like "dogs on leads" and "no dogs". Anyone can also add fireworks displays, so people with pets, horses or livestock nearby can plan ahead.
Reports come from other walkers and can be out of date. Always follow signs on the ground and the Countryside Code.
Common questions
How do I mark a field?
Tap Mark a field, move the map so the cross is over the field, then tap Mark field here and pick everything that's there. Leave them all off if the field is clear.
A report is wrong or out of date. What can I do?
Tap the marker to update it, clear it when the field's empty, or confirm it's still right. If a marker is in the wrong place, open it and choose to move it. Every update helps the next walker.
How do I add or check fireworks displays?
Tap the ✨ button to add a display, with its date, time and size if you know them. Tap ✨ again to see what's coming up near you, soonest first. Displays disappear from the map after the day they happen, and anyone can correct or remove one that's wrong.
Why does Gatepost ask for my location?
So the map opens where you are and the nearby list shows what's close. Your location stays on your iPhone and isn't sent to us, and other people never see where you are. Gatepost works without it: you can move the map yourself instead.
To change this later, go to Settings, then Apps, then Gatepost, then Location.
Does it work without a signal?
Yes, for places you've already looked at: Gatepost keeps the most recent reports on your phone. Anything you add without a signal is saved and shared automatically once you're back online.
The app says it can't reach Gatepost.
Check your signal and try again. If it keeps happening with a good connection, we may be doing maintenance or having a problem, so please try again a little later, or email us.
How do I turn off usage stats?
Tap the i button on the map and switch off Share app usage stats. These are anonymous counts of how often features are used. See the privacy policy for details.
Something offensive or deliberately false is on the map.
Tap it to correct or clear it, then email gatepost@daisypixel.com with the place and what's wrong. We can remove reports and block anyone misusing the app.
How do tips work, and can I get a refund?
Tips are optional, don't unlock anything, and help cover running costs. They're handled by Apple, so we never see your payment details. For a refund, use Apple's Report a Problem page.
How do I delete my data?
Deleting the app removes everything it saved on your phone, including its random install ID. Reports you made stay on the map for others, without your name or contact details attached, because Gatepost never asks for them. To have your reports removed, email us. The privacy policy explains more.