How to Use GPS in Savvy Navvy (and What to Do If It’s Not Working)

Savvy Navvy uses your device’s GPS to show your real-time location on the chart — just like Google Maps — so you can always see where you are on the water.

📍 How to Centre the Map on Your Location

• Tap the black circle icon (on the right-hand side of the screen).
• The view will centre on your current GPS location and the icon will disappear.
• To begin tracking your movement, tap Start — this will record your track as you move.

❗ If GPS Isn’t Working or the Map Doesn’t Centre

If tapping the icon doesn’t do anything, your device’s location permissions may be disabled, preventing Savvy Navvy from accessing your location.

On iOS

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap Privacy & Security > Location Services
3. Select Savvy Navvy
4. Set Allow Location Access to While Using the App

On Android

1. Long press the Savvy Navvy app icon and tap App info (or go to Settings > Apps & Notifications)
2. Tap Permissions > Location
3. Set access to Allow only while using the app

💡 Tip: Location services must be enabled at the device level — adjusting settings in the app won’t be enough on its own.

If you have any questions or feedback please contact our team at ahoy@savvy-navvy.com and we'll be happy to assist you!

Updated on: 07/08/2025