How To Activate a Navionics Card
What is Navionics Card?
All new Navionics cards come with the most up-to-date chart content, access to advanced features like Dock-to-dock Route Guidance1, and daily chart updates.
How To Activate a Navionics Card
- Connect your new card to a computer: …
- Download and install the Chart Installer on your computer; launch it, and create an account, or log in to an existing account. …
- Your card has now been activated and associated with your Navionics® account and GPS plotter model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have to activate Navionics card?
A one-year subscription is included when you purchase a new Navionics® card. It offers daily chart updates and advanced features. All you have to do is activate your subscription through the Chart Installer. Older cards can be activated too, and this will allow you to access discounted subscription renewals.
How do I use Navionics for free?
Download the Navionics® Boating app for your Apple or Android device. Once installed, create an account (or log into an existing Navionics or Garmin account) and tap the Start Trial button to begin your 15-day free trial; in Swedish and Danish waters, it is limited to 3 days and 2 days, respectively.
Can you use Navionics offline?
An internet connection is required to log in to the app and download maps to your device initially. Once you have logged in and downloaded maps within the Navionics Boating app they are resident on your device and can be accessed as a reliable tool for charts even when outside of cellular reception.
Why do I need a Navionics card?
All new Navionics cards come with the most up-to-date chart content, access to advanced features like Dock-to-dock Route Guidance1, and daily chart updates. Premium features with Platinum+ also include map overlays, aerial satellite imagery and more.
Can I use Navionics card on multiple devices?
Your Navionics® Boating app subscription enables you to sign in to up to two devices at a time. Subscriptions are restored automatically when you log into your account within the app.
How do I install Navionics app?
You can scan the QR code with your camera to go straight to the app. Or open the App Store or Google Play Store on your device and search for “Navionics Boating”. The title of the app is Navionics Boating. The app icon is the same for both.
Can I use Navionics card on my laptop?
There are several PC applications allowing options for planning and navigating from a computer using a Navionics plotter card. Compatible programs can be found at the end of our compatibility guide.
Why is my Navionics app not working?
If you are using our mobile app, check that you are connected to Wi-Fi or a Cellular network in your device settings. You can also try closing out of the app and rebooting your Apple or Android device.
How does a Navionics card work?
A one-year subscription is included when you purchase a new Navionics® card. It offers daily chart updates and advanced features. All you have to do is activate your subscription through the Chart Installer. Older cards can be activated too, and this will allow you to access discounted subscription renewals.