Is what3words a location tracker?
Is what3words a location tracker? No, there are no tracking capabilities in the app. The only way you can see someone else's location is if they share it with you. It's easy to share your what3words address via our app or online map, you can find the steps here.
Why do people use what3words?
Display a 3 word address Thousands of people use what3words to help people find their homes and businesses more easily – displaying their 3 word address on their websites, business cards and entrances.
How much does it cost to use what3words?
what3words is free for anyone to use via our app and online map. We make money by charging some businesses that benefit commercially from using our products.
Does Apple Maps support what3words?
The what3words iOS Map Component provides a straightforward way to add what3words grid on top of your MKMapView or a full-featured map View Controller, displaying the what3words address and marker on the map for a selected 3 word address.
Does Google Maps accept what3words?
If you're given a what3words location, you can open it in the what3words app, then tap 'Navigate' and select 'Google Maps' to open the exact location in Google Maps and get directions.
What are the negatives of what3words?
You're not allowed to know what word lists W3W use. They take a paternalistic attitude to creating their lists - they know best. You cannot propose changes. Anecdotally, their non-English word lists are confusing even for native speakers.