Live beta · iPhone

Every boat
has an inbox now.

Send a message to any AIS-broadcasting vessel. Claim your own boat to read the replies. Spotting, photos, and leaderboards are just the game on top.

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Free · iPhone · Beta

AIS Social map covered in colourful vessel dots across Europe
Viking Grace spotted
+25 points
Globalcoverage
190+countries
10supdate cadence
What you can do

A messaging layer on top of every vessel at sea.

Chat with any boat

Send a message to any AIS-broadcasting vessel under the handle of your choice — your real name or a pseudonym.

Claim your boat

Your vessel has an inbox. Claim it to read messages from spotters worldwide.

Live map

Watch thousands of vessels move across the globe in real time.

Spot & earn

Log sightings, share photos, collect points, climb the leaderboard.

Every coastline. Every ocean.

From the Baltic to the Gulf of Finland, the Med, the Channel, and both American coasts — if a boat is broadcasting AIS, you can spot it.

How it works

Three taps to your first message.

01

Tap any boat on the map.

Every AIS-broadcasting vessel is a valid recipient.

02

Send a message.

Under any handle you like — real name or pseudonym, your call.

03

Claim your own boat to read the replies.

And see who's been spotting you along the coast.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Why can't I see any vessels on the map?
AIS data is only available in areas with coastal or inland AIS receiver coverage. Check that you are online and that the map is centred on an area where vessels are reporting.
How do I claim my own boat?
Tap your vessel on the map, open the detail sheet, and press Claim. You'll need to be signed in. Every claim goes through a quick verification step before it's approved.
How do I message a boat?
Open the vessel detail sheet and tap the chat icon. You can message any AIS-broadcasting vessel — claimed or not. The owner reads the messages once they've claimed the boat.
Does AIS Social work offline?
No. AIS is a real-time stream, so the app needs an internet connection to display current vessel positions.
How do I report a bug or request a feature?
Email us at info@humeko.com with a short description and — if possible — a screenshot. We read every message.
AIS Social Support

Getting started

  1. Install AIS Social from the App Store and open the app.
  2. Allow location access so the map can centre on you and show nearby vessels.
  3. Sign in with your Apple or Google account so you can claim your boat and message other users.
  4. Tap any vessel on the map to see its details, spot it, or start a conversation with its owner.

Contact support

The fastest way to reach us is by email. We usually reply within a few business days.

info@humeko.com

Privacy & your data

You can request a copy of your personal data or delete your account at any time. Email info@humeko.com with your request — this is also the contact address for any GDPR-related query.

Ready to set sail?

AIS Social is free on the App Store — iPhone only, for now.

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