TomTom GO Navigation key facts
Last updated- Legal entity
- TomTom N.V.
- Headquarters
- Netherlands (NL)
- Ownership
- Part of TomTom N.V.
- Founded
- 1991
- Data hosting
- EU (any EU region), Netherlands
- Infrastructure
- Self-hosted/Distributed
- Open source
- No
- US Cloud Act exposure
- Low (no US parent)
- Replaces
- Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze, HERE Technologies
About TomTom GO Navigation
TomTom N.V. is a Dutch multinational developer and creator of location technology and consumer electronics. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company pioneered the handheld GPS device and has since evolved into a software-focused leader in geolocation. Their primary offerings include the GO Navigation app, highly accurate maps for automotive OEMs, and the revolutionary Orbis Maps platform which leverages open standards and AI for collaborative mapmaking.\n\nAs an independent specialist, TomTom positions itself as an alternative to the 'walled gardens' of Big Tech mapping services. It provides modular, interoperable platforms for smart cities, fleet management, and developers through robust APIs. The company is listed on Euronext Amsterdam and operates under a transparent Dutch legal structure, emphasizing privacy and data accuracy.
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Hosting & Security
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