Pot hole
So good
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About
This app passively detects road damage like potholes and bumps using your phone's sensors as you drive. It anonymously contributes this data to a community map, helping cities prioritize repairs and offering users badges and leaderboards for their contributions.
✓Passive pothole detection
✓Crowdsourced community map
✓Privacy-first design
✓Gamified leaderboards
✓Collectible badges
✓Live g-force readout
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What's New in Pot Hole Hound
1.0.1
June 11, 2026
Bug fixes and polish.
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FAQ
How does Pot Hole Hound detect potholes?
Pot Hole Hound uses your phone's accelerometer and GPS to detect impacts with road damage like potholes and bumps. It captures the location and severity of the impact without requiring any manual input from the driver.
Is my personal information collected by Pot Hole Hound?
No, Pot Hole Hound is designed with privacy as a priority. It does not require an account, collect personal information like email or phone numbers, and uses an anonymous device ID. Your route is not tracked, only the moments you hit a bump.
How does the community map work in Pot Hole Hound?
Detected road damage data is anonymously and anonymously contributed to a community map. This aggregated data helps cities and road authorities identify the most heavily impacted streets, allowing them to prioritize repairs based on real-world usage.
Can I compete with other users in Pot Hole Hound?
Yes, Pot Hole Hound features leaderboards for 'Daily Dogs', 'Total Potholes', 'Miles Monitored', and 'Potholes Per Mile'. Users can also earn collectible dog breed badges by hitting detection milestones.
What devices is Pot Hole Hound compatible with?
Pot Hole Hound is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It requires location and motion sensor permissions to function correctly.
Does Pot Hole Hound have ads?
No, Pot Hole Hound is completely ad-free. The app is free to use and does not display any advertisements to its users.
How often is Pot Hole Hound updated?
The latest version of Pot Hole Hound is 1.0.1, which was last updated on June 11, 2026. Updates typically include improvements to detection accuracy and community features.
What is the age rating for Pot Hole Hound?
Pot Hole Hound has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.