Communicate with friends and family without a cell signal or Wi-Fi. This app uses Bluetooth to create a mesh network, allowing messages and voice to be sent directly between devices, even in crowded areas with no service.
1.2
October 20, 2026
- Friends who share their location with you now show on the map, with their photo or initials. Tap one to find them. - Talk now shows how many of your crew can hear you, and who. - When you open a friend's screen, their location updates every few seconds, so the arrow keeps up as you walk. This works when you both share your location with each other. - The arrow now shows up more often when you're close, with a shaded area that shows how sure it is. When someone is too close to point to, CrowdWire tells you how far around to look. - "Last seen" now includes the day, not just the time. - CrowdWire no longer shows notifications while it's open. An SOS still makes a sound. - Notifications now show who wrote and what they said. To keep that off your lock screen, turn on Hide message previews on the You tab. - People without a photo now show their initials. - The support email has been updated.
MoreCrowdWire uses Bluetooth to connect phones directly to each other. Messages are passed from phone to phone, creating a mesh network that extends the communication range. The more users nearby, the farther messages can travel, even without traditional cell service or Wi-Fi.
Yes, CrowdWire is completely free to download and use. It does not require any payment or subscription.
Currently, CrowdWire is available for iPhones. Support for other devices may be added in future updates.
CrowdWire encrypts all messages, voice, and location data on your phone. Only intended recipients can read your communications. Phones that relay messages cannot access their content, and the developers also do not have access to your data.
Yes, you can share your location with your crew. CrowdWire will show you how far away each friend is and what they are near, and you can ask Siri to find your crew.
CrowdWire has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.
The app was last updated on October 20, 2026, with version 1.2. This suggests a relatively recent update, and users can expect ongoing support and potential new features.
No, CrowdWire does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy an ad-free experience while communicating.
