The AIS Explorer App, available on iOS allows you to view vessels via the AIS network; you can view Terrestrial and Satellite AIS positions anywhere in the World.

When you first download the AIS Explorer App, ensure you allow access to photos and, most importantly, allow the AIS Explorer App to use your location while using the App; this means the App will geolocate to where you are.

Using the AIS Explorer App features such as Vessel Search, Filters of Vessel type, Adding Favourites to follow, and Satellite AIS positions with vessel details are all Pro features. You need to create a registration via the sign-Up prompt when you tap on a paid feature and start the free trial to upgrade.

Tap on Map in AIS Explorer to view AIS data in the map view.

The map will display AIS targets around your location; you can move and zoom your position using the standard tap and drag, pinch in and out gestures.

Tap on any vessel icon to see that vessel's current speed and direction, along with the vessel name and type, and last reported update time.

To search for a vessel on AIS Explorer, tap on the Search button on the top right of the screen. Type in the MMSI number or vessel name and tap Search.

You can select to search all vessels globally or limit your search to within the current map area.

Tap on the vessel name to be taken to its last reported position.

To add a vessel as a Favourite in AIS Explorer, tap on the Heart icon to add the vessel to your favourites list.

To view all your favourite vessels in AIS Explorer, tap on the Heart icon at the top right. of the page.

Tap on the filter icon top right. Here you can add or remove types of vessels you wish to see on the map. Once selected, closing the Filter pop-out applies the selected filters.

Select Local Knowledge; here, you can also see the AIS-reported vessel data relative to a great resource of information in Local Knowledge.

Use the Account Page to Manage subscriptions, your PredictWind Account and view other information about the AIS Explorer App.