# ForceMaps — Open in your favorite map app

> Redirects Google Maps links to Apple Maps or Waze from Safari. (iPhone/iPad app by Vennory.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forcemaps/id6748969920 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vennory](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801632552)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.5 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-07-31
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forcemaps/id6748969920/reviews.md

## What is ForceMaps?

ForceMaps: Skip Google Maps. Open Directions in Apple Maps or Waze Instantly.

Tired of Google Search forcing you into Google Maps? ForceMaps is a Safari extension that automatically redirects every address, direction, and location link from Google search results straight into Apple Maps or Waze — instantly, privately, and with zero extra taps.

How It Works:
When you search for restaurants, businesses, or directions in Safari, Google tries to open its own Maps app or trap you in Google Maps within the browser. ForceMaps intercepts those links and sends them directly to your preferred navigation app. No popups. No detours. Just tap an address in Google and go.

NEW: Location History

ForceMaps now saves every location you open in a built-in History tab. Search past destinations, sort by date or name, swipe to delete, and tap to reopen — all without leaving the app. Your history is stored entirely on your device. We never collect, transmit, or access your data.

Why Users Switch to ForceMaps
• Redirect Google Maps links to Apple Maps or Waze automatically
• Get directions from Google search results in one tap
• Block "Open in Google Maps" and "Sign in to Google" popups
• Save and search your location history privately on-device
• Hide Google AI overviews and AI-generated content boxes
• Smart address detection across all Google search results and domains
• Works with businesses that have multiple locations
• Choose Apple Maps or Waze as your default map app
• Lightweight Safari extension — no background activity, no battery drain
• No data collection, no tracking, no accounts

ForceMaps is built for iPhone users who prefer the native iOS experience. Skip Google Maps for good.

Privacy Policy: https://vennory.com/privacy-policy
Terms of Use: https://vennory.com/terms-of-use

## Key features

- Redirect Google Maps links to Apple Maps or Waze
- One-tap directions from Google search
- Block Google Maps popups
- Private on-device location history
- Hide Google AI overviews
- Smart address detection

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forcemaps/id6748969920/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2026-03-06*

This app does not work as intended and does not force links to open in Maps, recommended try something else.

### 1/5 — Unclear description

*2025-12-28*

It should’ve been very clear that this app is ONLY an extension for Safari when using Google search engine WITHIN Safari and CANNOT be added as an extension in Chrome. Completely useless purchase!

### 4/5 — Maps link redirection works, AI removal does not

*2025-10-06*

Core functionality given.

However, the removal of Google AI in Results currently does not work.

I don‘t know if it is technically possible it would be awesome if Google “Directions” button could also redirect to Apple Maps.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2025-10-03*

This app is great! It does exactly what it claims it does and doesn’t sacrifice privacy! Awesome.

### 5/5 — Great app for all iOS users

*2025-09-30*

As Google continues to try to force you to use their apps rather than the a web experience, just getting direction via web search became a miserable experience if you don’t want to have Google Maps installed. Force maps fixes this by still allowing you to use google as your search engines, but opens directions and addresses in Apple Maps. No more pop ups from google trying to trick you into getting their app and stuck in a loop opening the App Store. No more pop ups trying to get you to change your default app. This is one of the best iOS apps you can buy for removing friction in using the web + maps.

### 4/5 — Does what it says

*2025-09-29*

removes all the annoying pop up’s and changes the links to apple maps links. the ai-overview shortly pops up for me before being removed.

### 5/5 — Didn’t Know I needed this!

*2025-08-14*

Thanks for making such a useful app!

### 5/5 — Works great!

*2025-08-03*

Works as intended, found on Reddit! Great job!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the support!

## Frequently asked questions about ForceMaps

### What is ForceMaps?

ForceMaps is a Safari extension for iPhone that automatically redirects any address or direction link from Google search results directly into Apple Maps or Waze, bypassing Google Maps.

### How much does ForceMaps cost?

ForceMaps is a paid app, priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features without recurring fees.

### Does ForceMaps have ads?

No, ForceMaps does not contain advertisements. It is a paid utility designed to provide a seamless and ad-free experience for users.

### What devices does ForceMaps support?

ForceMaps is currently supported on iPhone devices. It functions as a Safari extension within the iOS ecosystem.

### How often is ForceMaps updated?

The latest version of ForceMaps is 2.1, and it was last updated on March 14, 2026. Updates typically focus on improving functionality and compatibility.

### Is my location history private with ForceMaps?

Yes, ForceMaps saves your location history entirely on your device. The developer, Vennory, states they never collect, transmit, or access your personal data.

### Can I choose between Apple Maps and Waze with ForceMaps?

Yes, ForceMaps allows you to choose either Apple Maps or Waze as your default map app for opening directions from Google search results.

### What is the age rating for ForceMaps?

ForceMaps has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This indicates it contains no mature content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1 — 2026-03-14

Version 2.1 — Location History

ForceMaps 2.0 brought a complete rewrite of our link detection engine for faster, more reliable redirects. Now 2.1 takes it further with Location History.

What's New:

• Location History — Every address and direction you open through ForceMaps is now saved in a dedicated History tab. Search past locations, sort by date or name, and tap to reopen in Apple Maps or Waze.
• Swipe to delete individual entries or clear everything at once.
• History updates in real-time — no need to refresh.

Privacy First:
• All location history is stored locally on your device. We do not collect, transmit, or have access to any of your data. Your history never leaves your phone.

Improved in 2.0+

• Completely rewritten redirect engine — more accurate interception with fewer false positives.
• Call, Website, Share, and Save buttons are no longer accidentally intercepted.
• Faster redirects to Apple Maps and Waze.

### 2.0 — 2026-03-11

Version 2.0 - Smarter, More Reliable Redirection

We completely rebuilt our link detection engine from the ground up. Here's what's new:

Fixed Call button issue — Tapping "Call" on a business listing now correctly dials the phone number instead of opening Maps
Precise link detection — Only actual Google Maps links and Directions buttons are redirected. Website, Share, Save, Order, Reserve, and other action buttons are never intercepted
Fewer false positives — The extension now stops searching the moment it finds a non-maps link, so nearby buttons no longer get caught in the crossfire
Cleaner, faster code — Reduced from over 1,000 lines to around 430, removing redundant listeners and stale debugging code for snappier performance

### 1.6 — 2025-09-30

Improved stability and fixed some bugs.
Tapping "directions" now opens in Apple Maps
Tapping the map thumbnail also opens in Apple Maps 
Fixed issues with multi-location venues in Google search

### 1.5 — 2025-08-13

V1.5 is here already thanks to all the amazing feedback! 

- Added support for Waze
- Added a mini settings menu in Safari → Extensions → ForceMaps 
- Users can now choose their preferred navigation app in the extension settings
- Added the option to hide Google's "AI Overview" content boxes for cleaner search results
     - Enhanced settings synchronization between the Safari extension and the main ForceMaps app
- A lot of enhancements to address detection:
     - Improved address detection for international locations and better handling of Google's dynamic search result layouts
     - Fixed various edge cases for more reliable redirection across different Google domains and search result formats
- Added a new onboarding screen to help users

### 1.0 — 2025-07-31

No release notes.

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