Bike Index

Bike Index

Bike registration that works

9 ratings
3 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 22, 2024
  • July 19, 2026

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This app helps you register, manage, and search for bicycles. It is a widely used service with a large community of partners and tens of thousands of daily searches for missing and found bikes.

Register and manage bikes
Edit bike information
Search for missing bikes
Search for found bikes
Community partner network
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What's New in Bike Index

1.7

July 19, 2026

This release adds a dedicated button for Sticker Center with in-app QR Sticker Scanning! - Removes the limit of 10 recently scanned stickers - Stickers scanned more than 2 weeks ago will be forgotten Bike Index QR stickers link to your bike so that if someone finds it, they can scan it, pull up your Bike Index listing, and send you a message. Obtaining and linking a Bike Index QR sticker is super easy and provides an optional, beneficial layer of protection for your bike. You might also be part of a university or other organization that uses Bike Index QR stickers as official registration decals. The sticker serves as a way for people to easily get in touch with you, but also is a deterrent to a thief that might be thinking about stealing your bike. The stickers are weather and tamper-proof. You can get Bike Index QR stickers from two sources: 1. The Bike Index store 2. A local organization, such as a bike shop, university, or law enforcement If you receive a sticker from the Bike Index store, you can link the sticker yourself and you'll be good to go. Instructions for linking the sticker are on the back. Just open your phone's camera and hold it over the sticker. When a link pops up, follow it. Make sure you are logged in to Bike Index on your phone, and your bike list will pop up. Click 'link it' on the bike you'll put the sticker on. If you get a sticker from an organization such as a bike shop, they might have already linked the sticker for you. If they haven't, the process for linking the sticker to your bike is the same. If your sticker has come from an organization, then linking the sticker to your bike will also add your bike to that organization on Bike Index so that it's easier for administrators of the organization to get in touch with you, such as if a law enforcement officer recovers your stolen bike. You can also manually add your sticker number to your bike by going to your bike's edit page on Bike Index. Log in and navigate to your 'edit bikes' page. On the 'bike details' tab, scroll down and add your sticker number at the bottom. If this isn't visible, make sure your bike is added to the correct organization on Bike Index from the 'groups and organizations' tab. Once this is done, you'll see the option to add the sticker number on the bike details tab.

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User reviews

Great organization

If you want to stop bike theft this is the way to do something about it. Donate, and get involved. Look for stolen bikes around you and report them. On the last note, I would like to see an option to get notified with photos of when a bike within x range of you is stolen. I think it could really improve the community aspect. As of now you have to navigate to stolen bikes and filter for a reasonable range around you (why is default 100 miles?). Even then the navigation isn’t great. I think for something like this it would be great to just open source the app and let people run away with it. Lord knows there’s plenty of tech workers in large cities who’ve gotten their bike stolen. Maybe they’d contribute.
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Stolen bike found and returned!

Bike Index is the reason I was able to report my bike that was stolen while locked up on a bike rack.
After it was stolen, I decided to add my bicycles information onto the Bike Index site and campus police from a nearby college recovered the bike and was able to look up my information and a picture using the serial number on the bicycle.
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Invaluable resource

I have loved Bike Index for years and I’m so thrilled this app exists. Super easy to get started in the app.

FAQ

How do I register my bike on Bike Index?

You can register your bike by creating an account and entering your bike's details, including make, model, serial number, and any identifying features. The app allows you to manage and edit this information easily.

Can Bike Index help me find my stolen bike?

Yes, Bike Index is designed to help recover stolen bikes. You can search for missing bikes within the platform, and its extensive community partner network and daily searches increase the chances of recovery.

What devices does Bike Index support?

Bike Index is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile and tablet platforms.

Is Bike Index free to use?

Yes, Bike Index is completely free to use. There are no charges for registering your bike, managing your account, or searching for bikes.

How often is Bike Index updated?

The latest version of Bike Index is 1.6.2, last updated on February 1, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

What is the user sentiment for Bike Index?

Based on the available data, Bike Index has a very high rating of 4.9 stars from 9 ratings, suggesting strong positive user sentiment.

What is the age rating for Bike Index?

Bike Index has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. This indicates no mature content is present in the application.

Does Bike Index have ads?

No, Bike Index does not contain advertisements. As it is a free service without ads, users can expect an uninterrupted experience.