DumbMaps

SMART NAVIGATION WITHOUT THE SMARTPHONE

Get turn-by-turn directions via text message. No smartphone required. Just text our toll-free number with FROM [start] TO [destination] and receive turn-by-turn directions back from Google Maps.

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See how it works
FROM 4250 Main St, Houston TX TO 1600 Smith St, Houston TX
1. Head north on Main St (0.3 mi)
2. Turn right onto Park Dr (0.5 mi)
3. Turn left onto Smith St (0.2 mi)
4. Continue past Elm Ave (0.4 mi)
5. Turn right onto Commerce Blvd (0.3 mi)
6. Slight left onto Westheimer Rd (0.2 mi)
7. Keep right at the fork (0.1 mi)
8. Arrive at 1600 Smith St (on right)
Total: 2.0 mi, 7 mins
Credits used: 2 | Remaining: 48
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The #1 Reason People Go Back to Smartphones?

Navigation.

DumbMaps fixes that. Get Google Maps-quality directions on any phone that can send a text.

01
Text Us

Send your start and destination to our number. Use addresses, place names, or saved favorites.

02
We Route

Google Maps calculates turn-by-turn directions in seconds.

03
You Go

Directions arrive as text messages. Optionally with map images for each turn.

Easy and Simple

Text us your start address and destination. Get turn-by-turn directions back.

Text the DumbMaps phone number with this format: FROM [your starting address] TO [your destination]. DumbMaps sends back turn-by-turn directions via SMS.

FROM 1600 Smith St. Houston, TX TO 1510 Polk St, Houston TX.
1. Head east on Main St toward Travis St (0.3 mi)
2. Turn left onto Travis St (0.2 mi)
3. Merge onto I-45 S via the downtown ramp
4. Take exit 47B for Polk St (0.4 mi)
5. Continue onto Polk St
6. Your destination will be on the right: 1510 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002
Route complete! 6 credits used. Balance: 630 credits.
Smart Destinations

Don't know the exact address? Just use the name of your destination.

Restaurants, stadiums, airports, parks — just type the name and we'll figure out the rest. No need to know the exact address for popular public places.

FROM 1600 Smith St. Houston, TX TO Toyota Center.
1. Head east on Main St toward Travis St (0.3 mi)
2. Turn left onto Travis St (0.2 mi)
3. Merge onto I-45 S via the downtown ramp
4. Take exit 47B for Polk St (0.4 mi)
5. Continue onto Polk St
6. Your destination will be on the right: 1510 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002
Route complete! 6 credits used. Balance: 630 credits.
Save Your Favorites

Type Less. Navigate Faster.

Let's be honest: T9 typing sucks, but DumbMaps lets you skip most of it. Save your frequent spots under a short name (e.g. HOME, WORK, GYM), then use that favorite name as either your start and/or ending destination and you'll be on your way.

FROM Hermann Park TO HOME
1. Head east on Hermann Dr (0.4 mi)
2. Turn left onto Montrose Blvd (0.9 mi)
3. Continue onto Richmond Ave (1.6 mi)
4. Turn right onto Prospect St
5. Arrive at HOME on the left
Route complete! 6 credits used. Balance: 624 credits.
Customize directions

Your route, your way

Customize any route on the fly. Just add any of these letter flags to the end of your text:

-t / +t avoid or allow roads with tolls
-h / +h avoid or use highways
-m / +m skip or add MMS maps
FROM Hilton Houston Westchase TO IAH -t
1. Head east on Elm St (0.3 mi)
2. Merge onto US-290 E (18.4 mi)
3. Continue onto I-610 N (3.1 mi)
4. Take exit toward IAH Terminal C
5. Follow signs for Terminal C
6. Continue to the departures drop-off
7. Arrive at IAH Terminal C
8. Your destination will be on the right: Terminal C
Route complete! 10 credits used. Balance: 614 credits.

Simple Pricing

Buy credits. Use them anytime. No subscriptions.

Starter
$10
1,000 credits
Perfect for occasional trips. Get directions when you need them.
SMS (text-only): Roughly 80 trips¹
— OR —
MMS (text with map images): Roughly 32 trips¹²
Get Started
Recommended
Explorer
$20
2,200 credits
+10% BONUS
Best balance of value and range. Explore without worry.
SMS (text-only): Roughly 177 trips¹
— OR —
MMS (text with map images): Roughly 71 trips¹²
Get Started
Navigator
$50
6,000 credits
+20% BONUS
For heavy use and road trips. Maximum credits, best savings.
SMS (text-only): Roughly 483 trips¹
— OR —
MMS (text with map images): Roughly 193 trips¹²
Get Started
SMS directions = 2 credits/message
MMS directions (with maps) = 5 credits/message
CREDITS NEVER EXPIRE!
¹ Based on typical routes. Actual usage varies by distance and route complexity.
² Available only for countries that support MMS (not available with free credits).

Start free with 25 credits on signup. No credit card required.

FAQ

How does it actually work?
Text "FROM [start] TO [destination]" to our number. You'll get step-by-step directions back via SMS within seconds. Optionally with map images via MMS.
What phones does it work with?
Any phone that can send and receive SMS. Flip phones, feature phones, old Nokias, even basic smartphones with no data plan.
How much does it cost?
You get 25 free credits to start. After that, you can buy credits as you need them. We currently offer pay-as-you-go credits with no subscriptions or monthly fees.
Do credits expire?
Never. Buy credits once, use them whenever you're ready. No subscriptions, no monthly fees, no expiration.
What countries are supported?
US and Canada are fully supported as of today, with more countries being added regularly. Check the full list of supported countries here.
What if I need help?
Email us at support@dumbmaps.com. One real person (hi, I'm John!) reads every message.
Do you offer refunds?
Yes! If you're not 100% happy with the service, just contact us at support@dumbmaps.com within 30 days of your purchase and we'll issue a full refund, no questions asked :)
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