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VesselFinder

Fast, free ship tracker with live AIS positions and port calls

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Coverage: Worldwide
Updates: Live
Price: Free + paid plan
Sign-up: Not needed
View: Flat map

What is VesselFinder?

VesselFinder shows live vessel positions from AIS data on a fast, uncluttered map. Vessel pages include photos, particulars and recent port calls, and port pages list ships expected to arrive.

It is the most common alternative to MarineTraffic for quick lookups, with paid options for satellite positions and fleet tools.

What you can do

Live vessel positions
Vessel details and photos
Port arrivals and departures
Fleet tracking (paid)

The details

Coverage: Worldwide
Updates: Live / real time
Data source: AIS from coastal and satellite receivers
Made by: VesselFinder (company)
Price: Free + paid plan
Account: No account needed
On phones: Phone app available
Map view: Flat map

Tips for using VesselFinder

Search by IMO number for the most reliable match; ship names are often reused.

Who it is for

VesselFinder is especially useful for plane & ship spotters and journalists.

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Questions about VesselFinder

Is VesselFinder free?

You can use the basic map for free. Some features need a paid plan.

Do I need an account to use VesselFinder?

No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.

How often is VesselFinder updated?

VesselFinder shows data in real time or close to it, so what you see is happening now (most live maps have a delay of a few seconds to a few minutes).

Where does VesselFinder get its data?

AIS from coastal and satellite receivers.

Can I use VesselFinder on my phone?

Yes. There is a phone app (iPhone, Android), and the website also works in a browser.

What are some alternatives to VesselFinder?

Similar maps include Flightradar24, MarineTraffic, ADS-B Exchange and FlightAware. See the full list of VesselFinder alternatives on ColorfulMaps.

Summary based on public information about VesselFinder. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.