Handy for travel and hiking
When you are traveling abroad and don’t want to pay for data roaming, or heading somewhere with no signal like mountain trails, downloading an offline map ahead of time lets you find your way without needing an internet connection.
Want to share your live location too?
It can also be useful to know how to share your live location from a map app with friends or family, especially when traveling or coordinating a meetup in an unfamiliar place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get public transit directions with an offline map?
Most real-time transit information requires an internet connection, so offline maps are best suited for walking or driving directions rather than live transit routes.
How long do downloaded offline maps stay usable?
Most offline maps expire automatically after a set period, so it is worth re-downloading a fresh copy shortly before you travel.