RackMinder
Roof-load garage alerts
About
This app alerts you before you enter a garage with a roof load. It requires a separately purchased Bluetooth beacon attached to your roof rack. Receive spoken warnings, in-app alarms, and lock screen notifications to prevent collisions.
What's New in RackMinder
1.0.0
July 7, 2026
FAQ
Does RackMinder have ads?
RackMinder is ad-free. The app itself is free to download, but it requires a separately purchased hardware beacon to function.
What devices does RackMinder support?
RackMinder is available for iPhone and iPad. It requires Bluetooth connectivity for the beacon and background location access.
How does RackMinder alert me?
RackMinder provides a spoken voice warning, an in-app alarm sound, and a time-sensitive lock screen notification as you approach a saved garage with a roof load.
Why does RackMinder need 'Always' location access?
RackMinder requires 'Always' location access to detect when you are driving home with a roof load and to provide alerts before you reach your garage. This background usage may reduce battery life.
How do I set up RackMinder?
Setup involves saving your garages, registering your RackMinder beacon by scanning it, and then simply driving. The app monitors for leaving with a load and returning.
Is RackMinder a guarantee against hitting garages?
RackMinder is a driver-assistance aid and not a guarantee. It helps remind you about a roof load but is not a substitute for your own attention to the road and vehicle clearance.
What is the age rating for RackMinder?
RackMinder has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users and does not contain mature content.
How often is RackMinder updated?
RackMinder was last updated on July 7, 2026, with version 1.0.0. Future updates will likely focus on bug fixes and potential feature enhancements.