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About

Safely to destination

Since 2001, we have been a leading tech company dedicated to the development of advanced navigation solutions and vehicle tracking systems. 

Our products have helped millions of users worldwide find the best routes and reach their destinations safely, smoothly and more efficiently. With our reliable offline map and navigation apps, you can navigate confidently even without a data connection and never get lost.

For two decades, we have specialised in creating navigation solutions for professional drivers, enhancing dispatcher-driver communication, and integrating our navigation and tracking services into larger telematic and logistics systems.

We offer:

GPS navigation apps for common users and professional

specialised truck navigation software and navigation devices for large vehicles

navigation solutions for integrated rescue system (emergency medical service, fire brigade, police) etc.

vehicle tracking and fleet management

Our Mission:

We aim to help drivers reach their destinations smoothly, safely, and efficiently, whether they are professional drivers or individuals on a trip. Our navigation apps are here to ensure that you go the right way every time. Additionally, our advanced vehicle tracking systems assist companies to improve fleet management and reduce costs. Our overall commitment is to provide reliable, innovative technology that enhances every journey or optimises fleet operations.

Our History

2001
MapFactor founded

in Prague, the Czech Republic.

2002
PC Navigator 1.0 for Windows Launched

Our first navigation software, aimed for Windows PCs, released.

2003
VTU 007

Vehicle tracking introduced

2005

Our vehicle tracking units are among the first to send positions through the Internet.

2007
Pocket Navigator for WinCE Launched

Special WindowsCE version of Navigator introduced.

2012
Navigator for Android Launched

First version of our free offline GPS navigation for Android smartphones released.

2015
Navigator for Windows Phone Launched

First version aimed for Windows Phone released.

2016
Navigator reaches 30 million downloads

01/ 2018
Navigator for iOS Launched

Release of the first iOS version of Navigator.

04/ 2018
Wake Me There - GPS Alarm Launched

A brand-new GPS alarm app, Wake Me There, released to help commuters avoid missing their destination.

08/ 2018
Tracking4FREE VTU18

A new VTU18 OBD tracking unit with enhanced features introduced.

2019
Navigator on Huawei AppGallery

08/ 2020
Navigator Truck PRO for Android Launched

A new specialised version of Navigator aimed for truck drivers released for an even more reliable navigation of large vehicles.

10/ 2020
Navigator PRO for iOS Launched

Pro version of Navigator for iOS now available too, with professional maps and all features, suitable for cars or large vehicles.

4/ 2021
MapFactor celebrates 20 years

with Navigator being top rated free offline GPS navigation app.

5/ 2021
Navigator Car PRO for Android Launched

A special Navigator version for professional car drivers now available.

6/ 2021
Navigator supports Android Auto

MapFactor Navigator is one of the first offline GPS navigation apps with Android Auto connectivity.

11/ 2021
Navigator with CarPlay Beta introduced

MapFactor Navigator 2.5 for iOS comes with CarPlay support in Beta.

12/ 2022
Maps & Navigation SDK for Android available

SDK for Android app developers to easily add offline maps and navigation features into their own apps made available.

7/ 2023
New Actis Rugged Sat Nav Devices

New Rugged Sat Nav devices introduced providing reliable navigation for professional workers.

4/ 2024
Navigator Lite App Introduced

The new lightweight Android navigation app serves as a showcase of Maps & Navigation SDK.