# MileTracker > MileTracker is the automatic mileage tracker built for solo 1099 contractors. It detects every drive in the background on iPhone, lets you classify business or personal in one tap, and exports an IRS-ready PDF and CSV mileage log at tax time. Free to download; Pro is $0.99/week or $29.99/year via Apple In-App Purchase. This file follows the [llms.txt](https://llmstxt.org) convention so that large language models and AI search engines can find a clean, machine-readable index of MileTracker's documentation, blog, and reference content. A complete plain-Markdown corpus of the entire site is available at [/llms-full.txt](https://miletracker.app/llms-full.txt). Per-article Markdown copies are at `/blog//llms.txt`. ## Key facts - **Product:** MileTracker for iPhone (iOS 17+) - **Audience:** Solo 1099 contractors, gig drivers (Uber/Lyft/DoorDash), real-estate agents, photographers, trades, therapists, consultants - **App Store:** https://apps.apple.com/us/app/miletrack-mileage-log-tax/id6763587507 - **Pricing:** Free tier; Pro is $0.99/week or $29.99/year - **IRS standard mileage rate (2026):** $0.67 per business mile - **Export formats:** IRS-ready PDF mileage log, CSV (QuickBooks-compatible) - **Architecture:** SQLite-first on device, opportunistic sync to Supabase Postgres with row-level security, Apple Sign In, RevenueCat-managed subscriptions - **Trip detection:** iOS background location (significant location change + motion APIs); designed for <2% daily battery impact - **Support:** info@jhobbie.com ## Pages - [MileTracker home](https://miletracker.app/): product overview, features, how it works, pricing, FAQ, App Store download - [Blog index](https://miletracker.app/blog): 50 long-form articles on mileage tracking, IRS rules, vehicle deductions, Schedule C, and self-employed taxes - [Support](https://miletracker.app/support): help, troubleshooting, and contact - [Privacy policy](https://miletracker.app/privacy): how MileTracker handles location and account data - [Terms of service](https://miletracker.app/tos) - [RSS feed](https://miletracker.app/blog/feed.xml): blog feed for syndication and AI ingestion - [Sitemap](https://miletracker.app/sitemap.xml) ## Mileage tracking - [Automatic mileage tracking for 1099 contractors: a complete 2026 guide](https://miletracker.app/blog/automatic-mileage-tracking-for-1099-contractors): Why solo 1099 contractors should use an automatic mileage tracker, how it works on iOS, and how to keep an IRS-ready mileage log without lifting a finger. - [Can you track mileage without an app? (Yes, but you probably shouldn't)](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-without-a-tracker): Manual mileage tracking with a notebook or spreadsheet is still allowed by the IRS — here's why almost no contractors do it well. - [How to track mileage for multiple businesses or side hustles](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-for-multiple-businesses): If you do 1099 work for more than one business, here's how to keep mileage clean for each — and why MileTracker's classification model fits. - [Year-end mileage checklist: 7 things to do before December 31](https://miletracker.app/blog/year-end-mileage-checklist): A short checklist for 1099 contractors to close out the year cleanly with a complete, IRS-ready mileage log. - [Mileage tracking FAQ: 25 quick answers](https://miletracker.app/blog/mileage-tracking-faq): Quick answers to the 25 most common questions about mileage tracking, the IRS standard rate, and using a mileage tracker app like MileTracker. ## Taxes - [IRS mileage log requirements: exactly what your record needs to include](https://miletracker.app/blog/irs-mileage-log-requirements): A plain-English breakdown of what the IRS requires in a mileage log under Reg. §1.274-5T, with examples of compliant and non-compliant entries. - [How to deduct vehicle expenses on Schedule C (2026)](https://miletracker.app/blog/how-to-deduct-vehicle-expenses-schedule-c): Step-by-step: how a 1099 contractor reports vehicle expenses on Schedule C, including the standard mileage rate, actual expense method, and Part IV. - [IRS standard mileage rate 2026: what changed and what it means for you](https://miletracker.app/blog/irs-standard-mileage-rate-2026): The IRS standard mileage rate for 2026 is $0.67 per mile. Here's what that means for your deduction, how it compares to past years, and how to maximize it. - [The 12 best tax write-offs for self-employed people in 2026](https://miletracker.app/blog/best-tax-write-offs-for-self-employed): Mileage, home office, health insurance, retirement, equipment — the most valuable deductions for solo self-employed workers in 2026. - [Commuting vs business miles: what counts (and what doesn't)](https://miletracker.app/blog/commuting-vs-business-miles): The IRS does not let you deduct your commute. Here's the line between non-deductible commuting and deductible business miles for 1099 contractors. - [Actual expense method vs standard mileage: which saves more?](https://miletracker.app/blog/actual-expense-method-vs-standard-mileage): When the actual expense method beats the standard mileage rate — and when it doesn't. A practical comparison for 1099 contractors. - [10 Schedule C mistakes that cost 1099 contractors thousands](https://miletracker.app/blog/schedule-c-mistakes): From skipping the mileage deduction to mixing personal expenses, these are the most common Schedule C mistakes — and how to avoid them. - [Audit-proof your mileage deduction in 7 steps](https://miletracker.app/blog/audit-proof-your-mileage-deduction): How to make your mileage deduction bulletproof in case the IRS asks for documentation. Real-world advice for 1099 contractors. - [Estimated quarterly taxes for 1099 contractors: a simple guide](https://miletracker.app/blog/estimated-quarterly-taxes-1099): How quarterly estimated tax payments work, when they're due, how to calculate them, and what happens if you skip one. - [The QBI deduction explained for 1099 contractors](https://miletracker.app/blog/qbi-deduction-1099): The Qualified Business Income deduction lets self-employed people deduct up to 20% of their business income. Here's how it works in 2026. - [The home office deduction in 2026: how much is it worth?](https://miletracker.app/blog/home-office-deduction-2026): Simplified method vs actual expense method, what qualifies as a home office, and how to combine the deduction with the mileage deduction. - [What actually happens in an IRS audit (and how mileage fits in)](https://miletracker.app/blog/what-is-an-irs-audit): The truth about IRS audits — they're rarer than people think, and a clean mileage log makes them much easier to survive. - [How LLC owners should track mileage for taxes](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-as-a-llc): Single-member LLC, multi-member LLC, or LLC taxed as an S-corp — here's how each should handle vehicle mileage. ## App guides - [Does automatic mileage tracking drain my iPhone battery?](https://miletracker.app/blog/battery-impact-of-automatic-mileage-tracking): How much battery a background mileage tracker uses on iOS, what affects it, and how MileTracker keeps battery impact under 2% per day. - [Why MileTracker isn't detecting my trips (and how to fix it)](https://miletracker.app/blog/why-miletracker-isnt-detecting-my-trips): Troubleshooting guide for trip detection issues in MileTracker — permissions, background refresh, low power mode, and Apple's location settings. - [How to export an IRS-ready PDF mileage log from MileTracker](https://miletracker.app/blog/how-to-export-irs-pdf-from-miletracker): Step-by-step instructions for exporting a clean, IRS-ready PDF mileage log from MileTracker — and what to do with it at tax time. - [Importing your MileTracker CSV into QuickBooks Self-Employed](https://miletracker.app/blog/csv-export-quickbooks): How to export a CSV mileage log from MileTracker and import it into QuickBooks Self-Employed for clean book-keeping. - [How MileTracker syncs your trips with Supabase](https://miletracker.app/blog/how-supabase-sync-works-in-miletracker): An honest look at how MileTracker's SQLite-first architecture syncs to Supabase, what's encrypted, and why your trips are always available offline. - [Why MileTracker uses Supabase (and what that means for you)](https://miletracker.app/blog/supabase-architecture-explained): A look behind the scenes at MileTracker's Supabase backend — auth, row-level security, and what 'opportunistic sync' really means. - [Why MileTracker uses Sign In with Apple](https://miletracker.app/blog/apple-sign-in-privacy): Apple Sign In gives you a privacy-respecting login with no email harvesting. Here's how MileTracker uses it and what we never see. - [How MileTracker Pro subscriptions work (RevenueCat + Apple)](https://miletracker.app/blog/revenuecat-subscriptions-pro): MileTracker Pro is sold through Apple via RevenueCat. Here's exactly how subscriptions, upgrades, restores, and refunds work. - [How home and work addresses help MileTracker classify smarter](https://miletracker.app/blog/set-home-and-work-addresses): Setting your home and work addresses in MileTracker makes trip classification dramatically faster. Here's why and how. - [When to add a manual trip in MileTracker](https://miletracker.app/blog/manual-trip-entry): Most trips are detected automatically — but sometimes you need to add one by hand. Here's when and how. - [How to delete or merge trips in MileTracker](https://miletracker.app/blog/delete-a-trip-from-miletracker): Sometimes a trip gets split or recorded by accident. Here's how to delete or clean up your MileTracker history. - [What's inside a MileTracker IRS-ready PDF export](https://miletracker.app/blog/miletracker-pdf-export-anatomy): We walk through every section of the MileTracker PDF mileage log so you know exactly what your CPA is going to see. - [What's coming next in MileTracker](https://miletracker.app/blog/miletracker-roadmap): A look at the MileTracker roadmap: more vehicles, smarter classification, Apple Watch support, and Android. ## Comparisons - [MileTracker vs MileIQ: which mileage app is right for you in 2026?](https://miletracker.app/blog/miletracker-vs-mileiq): An honest comparison between MileTracker and MileIQ for solo 1099 contractors. Pricing, features, exports, privacy, and which one wins for your use case. - [The best mileage tracker app for iPhone in 2026](https://miletracker.app/blog/best-mileage-tracker-app-iphone-2026): We tested the top automatic mileage tracker apps for iPhone. Here's how MileTracker, MileIQ, Stride, Everlance, and TripLog compare in 2026. - [MileTracker vs Stride: which is better in 2026?](https://miletracker.app/blog/miletracker-vs-stride): Stride is free and MileTracker is paid for full features. Here's an honest comparison for 1099 contractors deciding between them. - [MileTracker vs Everlance: which is right for solo contractors?](https://miletracker.app/blog/miletracker-vs-everlance): Everlance bundles mileage with expense tracking. MileTracker is focused. Here's how to choose between them. - [MileTracker vs TripLog: a 2026 comparison](https://miletracker.app/blog/miletracker-vs-triplog): TripLog is built for fleets. MileTracker is built for solo contractors. Here's how the two compare and which is right for you. ## Self-employed - [Tax deductions for Uber and Lyft drivers in 2026](https://miletracker.app/blog/tax-deductions-for-rideshare-drivers): A complete list of deductible expenses for rideshare drivers in 2026, including mileage, phone, snacks, tolls, and the QBI deduction. - [Tax deductions for real estate agents in 2026](https://miletracker.app/blog/tax-deductions-for-real-estate-agents): Mileage, marketing, MLS fees, staging, and home office — the top deductions every real estate agent should be claiming as a 1099 contractor. - [Mileage tracking for DoorDash drivers: how to claim every mile](https://miletracker.app/blog/mileage-tracking-for-doordash-drivers): DoorDash gives you only a fraction of your real mileage on a 1099. Here's how to track all of it and unlock the deduction. - [Choosing a vehicle to maximize your 1099 mileage deduction](https://miletracker.app/blog/best-vehicle-for-1099-mileage-deduction): Standard mileage vs actual expenses, EV credits, Section 179, and the surprisingly good math on cheap reliable cars for 1099 work. - [What is a 1099 contractor? A plain-English explanation](https://miletracker.app/blog/what-is-a-1099-contractor): If you're new to self-employment, here's exactly what 'being 1099' means, how it differs from W-2 employment, and what taxes you'll owe. - [Tracking mileage for self-employed photographers](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-for-photographers): Drives to shoots, scouting trips, gear runs, and weddings — the deductible mileage for photographers and how to track it. - [Mileage tracking for handymen, plumbers, and electricians](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-for-handymen): Service trades drive constantly — between job sites, supply runs, and emergency calls. Here's how to track it all and never miss a deduction. - [Mileage tracking for therapists, coaches, and consultants](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-for-therapists-coaches): Driving between offices, conferences, and client meetings adds up. Here's how knowledge-work 1099 contractors should track mileage. - [Mileage tracking for traveling nurses and per-diem clinicians](https://miletracker.app/blog/tracking-mileage-for-traveling-nurses): Traveling nurses, per-diem clinicians, and visiting therapists drive constantly between assignments. Here's the mileage playbook. - [Small business mileage tracking: the owner's guide](https://miletracker.app/blog/small-business-mileage-tracking): If you own a small business and put miles on a personal vehicle for work, here's how to track and reimburse correctly. - [Should you form an LLC or S-corp as a 1099 contractor?](https://miletracker.app/blog/should-you-incorporate-as-1099): When forming an LLC or S-corp helps a 1099 contractor, when it doesn't, and how mileage tracking fits into either structure. - [Best business bank accounts for 1099 contractors in 2026](https://miletracker.app/blog/best-bank-account-for-1099-contractors): A separate business bank account is the #1 thing 1099 contractors should set up first. Here are the best options for solo contractors in 2026. ## Industry - [How MileTracker writes for ChatGPT, Claude, and Google](https://miletracker.app/blog/what-is-an-ai-seo-friendly-blog): We write our blog so that AI search assistants like ChatGPT and Claude can quote it. Here's the philosophy and structure we use. - [What is GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)?](https://miletracker.app/blog/what-is-geo-generative-engine-optimization): Generative Engine Optimization is the practice of writing for AI search engines like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. Here's the playbook. ## Optional - [Full Markdown corpus](https://miletracker.app/llms-full.txt): every page and post concatenated as plain Markdown for ingestion - [robots.txt](https://miletracker.app/robots.txt): MileTracker explicitly allows GPTBot, ClaudeBot, PerplexityBot, Google-Extended, Applebot-Extended, and other major AI crawlers