what3words: Navigation & Maps

what3words: Navigation & Maps

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what3words: The simplest way to find and share any precise location

Every 10-foot square in the world has a unique 3-word address. From remote trailheads to hidden city entrances, find your way with pinpoint accuracy—even when you are offline.

Publisher

What3Words Limited

Category

Navigation

Downloads

13M+

User Rating

4.7/5

Total Ratings

417K+

Locales

61

Precision at a Glance

Discover the interface used by 13M+ users.

The what3words mobile app interface showing a precise location on a map.

The what3words mobile app interface showing a precise location on a map.

Aerial view of a car on a road with a precise three-word location tag and grid overlay

Aerial view of a car on a road with a precise three-word location tag and grid overlay

Smartphone showing what3words app with a satellite map view and a specific 3-word address for meeting up.

Smartphone showing what3words app with a satellite map view and a specific 3-word address for meeting up.

what3words app interface showing integration with popular navigation and ride sharing apps like Google Maps and Uber

what3words app interface showing integration with popular navigation and ride sharing apps like Google Maps and Uber

what3words app interface showing a three-word location address overlaid on a park photo

what3words app interface showing a three-word location address overlaid on a park photo

Screenshot of what3words app showing the voice entry feature for fast location searching over a satellite map.

Screenshot of what3words app showing the voice entry feature for fast location searching over a satellite map.

Pinpoint Accuracy for Every Square Inch

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 13M+ users.

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Adventure Off the Grid

Find trailheads, campsites, and scenic viewpoints without street addresses. Use compass mode to navigate offline when cell service disappears in National Parks.

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Simplify Group Meetups

Stop wasting time with vague descriptions at music festivals or crowded stadiums. Share a three-word address to lead your friends to a specific gate or your exact spot on the grass.

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Safety and Peace of Mind

Be prepared for the unexpected. Many emergency dispatchers use what3words to locate callers in remote areas, ensuring help finds you exactly where you are, not just nearby.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 13M+ people who love this app.

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"As a frequent hiker, this app is a literal lifesaver. Standard maps often drop me miles away from actual trailheads in the National Parks, but what3words gets me to the exact square every time. The offline compass mode is a game-changer when I lose cell service in the mountains."

Sarah Jenkins
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"I use what3words for everything from coordinating meetups at music festivals to helping delivery drivers find my specific apartment entrance. No more 'where are you?' texts or wandering around huge parking lots. It's the precision tool that's been missing from my navigation folder."

Mark Thompson

About the app

Everything you need to know about what3words: Navigation & Maps.

Description

what3words is an easy way to identify precise locations. Every 10 foot square has been given a unique combination of three words: a what3words address. Now you can find, share and navigate to precise locations using three simple words. Use what3words to: - Find your way anywhere in the world using just three words - Plan exact meet-up locations - Help people find your apartment, business or Airbnb - Always find your way back to your parking space - Save key locations, from incident reporting to delivery entrances - Save your favorite memorable spots – a sunset, a waterfall, proposal location - Guide people to accessible entrances - Help emergency services find you You can find what3words addresses in travel guides, website contact pages, invitations, travel booking confirmations and more – anywhere you would normally find location information. If you’re invited to a friend’s home, ask them to share their what3words address. Popular features: - Find your current what3words address offline - Compatible with navigation apps, including Apple Maps and Google Maps - Save your favourite locations, categorise and share them as lists - AutoSuggest prompts you with intelligent suggestions - Available in over 60 languages - Navigate offline with compass mode - Add a what3words address to a photo If you experience any problems or have any questions, email us at support@what3words.com EULA: https://what3words.com/terms

Latest Version

5.3.0

Size

235.5 MB

First Released

Jul 1, 2013

Find any location with just three simple words

Join over 13 million people using the world's most precise navigation tool for safer outdoor adventures, easier meetups, and stress-free deliveries.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about what3words: Navigation & Maps

What is what3words and how does it work for navigation?

what3words assigns a unique three-word address to every 10-foot square globally. Users leverage these simple words to precisely find, share, and navigate to exact locations, fundamentally changing how destinations are identified.

Does what3words offer offline functionality for finding addresses?

Yes, what3words offers offline capabilities. Users can find their current three-word address without an internet connection and also utilize an offline compass mode for navigation in remote areas.

Is what3words compatible with popular navigation applications like Google Maps?

Yes, what3words integrates with popular navigation applications. It is compatible with Apple Maps, Google Maps, Citymapper, Waze, Uber, and Lyft, allowing users to navigate using their preferred mapping service.

How does what3words facilitate sharing specific locations with others?

what3words facilitates precise location sharing by providing a unique three-word address for any 10-foot square. Users can plan exact meet-up locations, guide visitors to their home or business, and share key spots easily.

Can users save and categorize their favorite locations within the what3words app?

Yes, users can save their favorite locations within the what3words app. This feature allows for categorizing and sharing these memorable spots as lists, ensuring important places are easily revisited or shared.

Does the what3words app support voice input for searching?

Yes, the what3words app supports voice entry for rapid searching. Users speak a three-word address directly into the app, which expedites the process of finding and navigating to a desired location.

In how many languages is the what3words app available?

The what3words app is available in over 60 languages. This extensive language support ensures a broad user base globally can access and utilize the app's precise navigation features in their native tongue.

Is it possible to add a what3words address directly to a photo within the app?

Yes, users can add a what3words address directly to a photo. This feature provides precise geo-tagging, linking visual memories to exact geographic locations for easy recall and sharing.

What is the AutoSuggest feature in what3words and how does it function?

AutoSuggest is a feature in what3words that provides intelligent suggestions as users type. It helps confirm the correct three-word address quickly, enhancing search accuracy and user experience.