Tappy Guide vs Access Wayfinder

Tappy Guide – Smarter, Safer, Accessible Mobility for Everyone Tappy Guide is a next-generation smart city mobility platform designed to make transportation safer, more accessible, and more inclusive for people with disabilities, seniors, and all vulnerable road users (VRUs). By combining AI-powered wayfinding, Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication, and real-time accessibility support, Tappy Guide transforms how people navigate cities, campuses, airports, hospitals, shopping centers, and more. With Tappy Guide, mobility is not just about reaching a destination—it’s about ensuring that every journey is safe, connected, and inclusive. Our mission is to empower independence while ensuring safety, dignity, and access for all. Key Features AI-Powered Navigation Intelligent wayfinding designed for accessibility, offering real-time guidance through sidewalks, buildings, parking lots, and other complex environments. Accessible Routing Step-free directions, safe crossing points, and personalized mobility paths tailored to the needs of people with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments. Real-Time Support Connect with live agents when needed for added confidence and personalized assistance in challenging or unfamiliar areas. *Agent availability is limited to 11am to 8pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)* *Agent availability is subject to change* Smart Parking & Pickup Guidance Locate accessible and EV-compatible parking spots, receive safe pickup/drop-off instructions, and reduce confusion in crowded areas. Crosswalk & Intersection Assistance Get notified about safe crossing times, walk signals, and real-time updates that make navigation at intersections more secure and predictable. Community-Centered Design Works hand-in-hand with cities, campuses, hospitals, and businesses to provide inclusive access for all. Who Benefits? Blind & Low Vision Users – Audio prompts, safe route planning, and support at crosswalks. Deaf & Hard of Hearing Users – Visual alerts and notifications to ensure safe travel. Wheelchair Users & Seniors – Step-free accessible routing and mobility-friendly pickup locations. Cities, Campuses & Businesses – Insights and tools to build inclusive, future-ready communities. Why Choose Tappy Guide? Unlike traditional navigation tools, Tappy Guide is built with accessibility as its core. We don’t just help you find your way—we help you navigate safely, comfortably, and inclusively, supported by technology that adapts to individual needs. Social & Environmental Impact Every journey with Tappy Guide helps reduce barriers to mobility, prevent accidents, and support healthier, more connected communities. By making public and private spaces easier to navigate, we help cities and organizations build environments that work for everyone. Tappy Guide isn’t just navigation—it’s accessible mobility, powered by technology and designed with people in mind. Download today and experience a smarter, more inclusive way to move. **We are proud to announce our new pilot in the State of Michigan! In partnership with the Urban Tech Xchange (https://urbantechxchange.com/) we are helping Downtown Detroit become more accessible. Please note, although Tappy Guide works anywhere in the world, our live agents are limited to 11am to 8pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) to support this pilot.**

Access Wayfinder was a platform designed out of an essential need to inform people about accessibility before visiting nearby businesses or points of interest. We interviewed businesses for information regarding their accessibility as sometimes, in historic buildings, accommodations may not be ADA-compliant. We visited and called local businesses to find out: • Is the entrance accessible? (no stairs, adequate width) • Is the interior accommodating? (would it be hard for a wheelchair to move through aisles) • Is there accessible parking nearby? (designated handicap spots or just nearby parking lots) • Is there an accessible restroom? • Is there a place to sit down for people to rest? Through this app, we hope to ensure a positive experience for those with physical difficulties, and also inspire businesses to do as much as they can to improve their accessibility. Whether it's installing a ramp to the entrance, or just spacing out the tables so that there are clear paths to go through, these little things make the visiting experience so much smoother for everyone. We plan to continue to expand Access Wayfinder with guides for other cities. With a linked Google Form, the app allows users to rate the accessibility of places they visited to help everyone else! Founder and Developer Krishav Singla and Co-founder Ethan Lung