Sky Now Social
Moments worth looking up for
About
Discover and share real-time sky phenomena like sunsets, rainbows, and auroras happening around you. Get advance notice for predictable celestial events and explore a map of current sightings. Earn badges for your observations without social pressure.
What's New in Sky Now Social
1.0
August 7, 2026
FAQ
What kind of sky events does Sky Now alert me about?
Sky Now alerts you to real-time events like sunsets, sunrises, rainbows, cloud formations, auroras, and lightning. It also provides advance notice for predictable events such as full moons, eclipses, and meteor showers.
How does Sky Now ensure alerts are reliable?
Alerts are only sent out once at least two different people confirm the same sighting. This crowdsourced validation ensures that notifications are for events genuinely worth observing.
Can I see sky events happening globally with Sky Now?
Yes, in addition to local events, Sky Now can show you sky events happening around the world, allowing you to stay informed about celestial happenings beyond your immediate vicinity.
Does Sky Now have ads?
No, Sky Now is ad-free. The app description explicitly states 'No ads, no endless scrolling, no algorithm fighting for your attention'.
How does Sky Now handle user privacy?
Sky Now is designed with privacy in mind. Your exact location is never shown to others, and all posts and alert radii are geofuzzed before being saved to ensure safety while remaining useful.
What is the 'My Sky Today' feature?
My Sky Today provides a daily snapshot of relevant sky information. This includes tonight's sunset quality, the current moon phase, whether a meteor shower is peaking, and which planets are currently visible.
How does Sky Now differ from social media apps?
Sky Now focuses on observational badges and a personal log of sky moments rather than followers or likes. It avoids algorithms and endless scrolling, offering a curated feed of sky events.
Is Sky Now available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, Sky Now is currently supported on iPhone and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not included.