First Login & Setup
Log in for the first time, change defaults, and configure your initial fleet.
Last updated March 15, 2026
After installation, you need to complete a few essential steps to secure your instance and prepare it for production use.
Access the Web Interface
Open your browser and navigate to http://your-server:8082. You will see the Open VTS login screen.
Info
Default credentials: username
admin, password admin. You must change these immediately.Change the Admin Password
- Log in with the default credentials
- Click the user icon in the top right corner
- Select Account Settings
- Enter a new strong password (minimum 12 characters recommended)
- Click Save
Configure Server Settings
Navigate to Settings → Server and configure the essential options:
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Server URL | Public URL of your instance (used for sharing links) | http://localhost:8082 |
| Map Provider | Map tile source (OpenStreetMap, Google Maps, Mapbox) | OpenStreetMap |
| Timezone | Default timezone for the platform | UTC |
| Coordinate Format | Display format for coordinates | Decimal Degrees |
| Speed Unit | km/h or mph | km/h |
Add Your First Device
- Navigate to Devices in the sidebar
- Click + Add Device
- Enter a name and select the device protocol (e.g., Teltonika, Queclink)
- Note the unique identifier — you will configure this on the physical device
- Click Save
Tip
Check the Supported Devices page for a full list of compatible GPS trackers and their protocol names.
Verify Data Reception
Once your device is configured and sends its first position, you will see a green status indicator next to the device name. The map will center on the device's location.