V1.5 is here already thanks to all the amazing feedback!
- Added support for Waze
- Added a mini settings menu in Safari → Extensions → ForceMaps
- Users can now choose their preferred navigation app in the extension settings
- Added the option to hide Google's "AI Overview" content boxes for cleaner search results
- Enhanced settings synchronization between the Safari extension and the main ForceMaps app
- A lot of enhancements to address detection:
- Improved address detection for international locations and better handling of Google's dynamic search result layouts
- Fixed various edge cases for more reliable redirection across different Google domains and search result formats
- Added a new onboarding screen to help users
ForceMaps: Skip Google Maps. Go Directly to Apple Maps or Waze.
ForceMaps is a Safari extension for iPhone that automatically redirects location links from Google search results into Apple Maps or Waze—so you never have to deal with Google Maps again.
When you search for directions, restaurants, or addresses in Safari, Google often tries to open its own Google Maps app or keeps you trapped in Google Maps within Safari. ForceMaps stops that. Instead, it opens the address directly in Apple Maps or Waze, giving you a smooth, native experience without Google's interference.
ForceMaps works seamlessly with your preferred map app. Choose between Apple Maps or Waze as your default navigation app, and all Google location links will automatically redirect to your chosen app. No more "Open in Google Maps?" popups. No more being stuck in Google Maps within Safari. Just fast, clean redirection that keeps you in your preferred navigation app.
The extension also intelligently hides Google's AI-generated content boxes, giving you cleaner search results focused on what matters most.
ForceMaps is private, lightweight, and made for users who prefer the iOS experience from start to finish.
Key Features:
- Automatic Redirection: All Google Maps links instantly open in your preferred map app
- Smart Address Detection: Intelligently extracts addresses from Google search results
- One-Click Directions: Get directions in your preferred map app directly from Google search results
- Multiple Locations Support: Works perfectly with businesses that have multiple locations
- Popup Blocker: Blocks annoying "Try Google Maps app" and "Sign in to Google" popups
- AI Content Filtering: Optionally hide Google's AI-generated content boxes for cleaner results
- Native Integration: Seamless experience across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Privacy-Focused: No data collection, no tracking - your searches stay private
- Lightning Fast: Instant redirection with no delays
- Universal Compatibility: Works on all Google domains and search results
- Customizable Settings: Choose between Apple Maps and Waze as your default navigation app
Only available for iPhone.
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