Guard Route

Free navigation

Navigation that is free to use.

Guard Route is a complete turn-by-turn navigation app. Everything on this page is free. You do not need a subscription, a safety service or a linked service to use it.

Guard Route turn-by-turn navigation

What you get for free

Everything you need to get there.

  • Turn-by-turn voice navigation with clear turn banners, distances and spoken directions.
  • Live traffic included in every route and arrival time.
  • Search by address, place name or map link, with saved places such as Home and Work.
  • Speed on screen and voice warnings for reported hazards.
  • Shared road reports so drivers can warn each other, and so you hear about problems ahead.
  • A map that learns. Traffic and road conditions are learned from drivers on the road, so the picture improves as more people use Guard Route.
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Know before you go

See risk areas on your route.

When your route passes a reported high-risk area, Guard Route shows you the option, the time difference and a safer detour. You decide.

EXAMPLEThe fastest route passes a high-risk area

A safer route is available. Compare the time and choose which one to take.

Fastest31 minpasses the area
Safer detour35 minavoids it, +4 min
  • You are never silently rerouted through a high-risk area.
  • A voice warning plays before each risk area if you keep the fastest route.
  • Live traffic is included in every arrival time.

Risk information comes from public reports and community reports and can be incomplete or out of date. It is guidance only. See the safety disclaimer.

Route choice screen showing a safer detour
Platforms

iPhone and Android

Built for iPhone and Android, with free navigation for every drive.

In the car

CarPlay and Android Auto

Navigation on your car's screen, on Apple CarPlay and on Android Auto.

Privacy

You are in control

Your location is used to navigate. Read how it is handled in the privacy policy.

Important

Guard Route is not an emergency service, ambulance service, armed-response company or tracking company. In an emergency call 112 from any cellphone or the SAPS on 10111. The optional safety features send your alert to the services you choose and cannot guarantee a response. Read the full safety disclaimer.

Navigate free with Guard Route.

Free everyday navigation for iPhone and Android, with an optional safety connection.

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