How to Use Automatic Mileage Tracking (Plus)

Automatic Mileage Tracking records every work mile effortlessly—no manual entry needed. Available exclusively to Gridwise Plus members.

For flex workers like drivers, delivery couriers, and shoppers, this feature helps maximize deductions, save time, and stay organized for tax season.

How to Turn On Automatic Mileage Tracking

1. Tap your profile picture in the upper left corner.
2. Tap the Settings gear icon in the upper right corner.
3. Select Mileage Tracking.
4. Choose Automatic.
5. Set a timeout period—how long Gridwise waits after you stop moving before ending mileage tracking.
6. Start driving or delivering, and Gridwise will track your mileage in the background.
7. Your mileage will save once you stop driving and the timeout period has passed.

⚠️ Logging out of Gridwise resets your tracking preference to manual.

Selecting a Timeout Period

The timeout setting determines how long you must remain stationary before tracking stops. Choose what fits your work:

• Short timeout (3–10 minutes): Great for short breaks or frequent stops. You’ll capture more detail but may see more mileage entries to review.
• Long timeout (30 minutes–3 hours): Ideal if you often wait between trips or deliveries.

How to Categorize Mileage Items

Because automatic tracking runs in the background, it may capture personal miles too. Reviewing and categorizing keeps your tax records accurate.

1. Go to the Earnings tab.
2. Tap Recently Tracked Mileage at the top.
3. Swipe right to mark as business or swipe left to mark as personal.
4. Select the services you were working for during that time.
5. Tap Done to save.

To edit a mileage item later, tap on it and update as needed.

Best Practices for Automatic Mileage Tracking

• Review weekly: Check your tracked mileage each week to confirm business vs. personal trips are categorized correctly.
• Keep your timeout consistent: Once you find a setting that fits your workflow, stick with it for cleaner data.
• Stay logged in: Keeping Gridwise open ensures automatic tracking works whenever you start driving.
• Check after long breaks: If you pause longer than your timeout period, confirm tracking resumed when you got back on the road.

Troubleshooting and Support

If you experience issues or want more tips, visit Mileage Tracker Best Practices.

We’re always improving this feature to make tracking more reliable and effortless.

Have feedback or ideas? Email us at support@gridwise.io.