A quick guide to the app, our public camera sources and your choices.
Using the app
What is the planned subscription price?
The planned standard Android offer in the U.S. is a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers, then US$1.99 per month. The subscription renews automatically until canceled. Cancel before the trial ends to avoid the first charge. Final pricing, eligibility, applicable taxes and included features will be shown before you confirm a purchase. iPhone pricing will be confirmed with its release.
Can I keep using my navigation app or lock my phone?
Yes. With monitoring enabled and the required permissions, the Android app can give camera reminders while another app is open or the phone is locked. Keep your preferred navigation running; our app adds camera awareness rather than turn-by-turn directions. Set it up and test your audio while parked.
Which camera reminders can I choose?
Choose from four modes: all cameras; all cameras above the known limit; live cameras; or live cameras above the known limit. Live includes both warning and citation stages. Above-limit modes need a known speed limit and a reliable GPS speed estimate, and stay quiet if either is missing. These choices do not change the map or your History settings.
How far ahead will the app remind me?
Choose a target of 15, 30, 45 or 60 seconds; 30 seconds is the default. Distance adjusts to GPS speed and the published camera area or street reference. Turns, signal quality and starting close to a camera can shorten the lead time. Monitoring uses sustained usable GPS speed of at least 5 mph; it is not a vehicle detector.
Can I choose sound, pop-ups and lock-screen alerts?
Choose an offline voice, a chime or no sound. In the app, reminders appear as banners. For other apps and the lock screen, choose a pop-up notification, status-bar notification or notifications off; sound is a separate choice. Vibration and lock-screen visibility follow Android settings. Silent mode, Do Not Disturb, volume and connected audio can affect what you hear or see. Background reminders need at least one sound or notification output enabled.
Will the app work without internet?
The Android app uses a saved camera database and bundled street reference for its map and reminders. Internet is needed to check and download database updates, rather than for each reminder. GPS, permissions and background operation are still needed. This website’s interactive map is separate from the app’s offline features.
Does background monitoring affect battery life?
Continuous GPS, background activity and a visible map can use more battery. You can disable monitoring when you do not need reminders. The screen-on preference can keep the display awake while our app is open, or you can switch it off. Your phone’s battery restrictions may affect background alerts.
What is planned for Android Auto, iPhone and CarPlay?
Android Auto support is in development and testing. An iPhone app and CarPlay support are planned next steps. We will add supported-device details and store links as each platform is ready. Screenshots show Android; supported features and release dates may differ by platform.
Camera data & your privacy
Where do the camera locations and speed limits come from?
We compile public camera information from city program pages, official maps and published datasets for Los Angeles, Glendale, Long Beach, Malibu, San Francisco, Oakland and San José. Each location links to its city source. If a city does not publish a speed limit, a reviewed supplemental source may supply it and is identified in the details. Posted road signs always take precedence.
Does MovingNow receive my location or driving history?
The app processes GPS and speed on your device; it does not upload your coordinates, speed, routes or camera History to MovingNow for monitoring or database updates. It does not save a continuous route. Update requests and website visits still expose normal connection information, such as IP addresses, to hosting and security providers. Support receives only the message and attachments you choose to send.
Can I keep a history of camera passages?
Yes. Local History records inferred camera passages and a snapshot of the camera details at that time, including an approximate GPS speed when available. Later database changes do not rewrite those saved events. You can pause recording, delete entries, choose retention or make a password-encrypted export to storage you select. History is not a continuous route or proof of an offense.
How is camera information kept up to date?
We review information published by the cities and update the camera database when changes can be confirmed. Updates may take time. If an update is temporarily unavailable, the app continues using its saved camera information. Always follow posted speed limits and check the city’s official information when needed.
How accurate are the camera markers?
Some city sources publish a street segment or corridor instead of an exact camera pole. A marker may therefore be an approximate reference point. Camera status, limits and source availability can also change. The source-check date and the app’s last successful version check describe different things; neither replaces posted signs or a city notice.
Are diagnostic reports sent automatically?
No. When you contact support from Android, a cleaned diagnostic attachment is optional and off by default. You can preview it before opening a draft in your chosen email app. The generated report excludes GPS coordinates, routes and History. You decide whether to send the email; anything you type or attach yourself is included as written.
Programs & practical questions
Is this an official government service?
No. California Speed Cameras is an independent MovingNow LLC service. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the state, cities, public agencies, camera manufacturers, installers or operators. We organize public information and link back to the official source.
Does the map include every camera, or red-light cameras?
No. Our catalog covers selected published speed-camera locations in the cities listed above. It excludes red-light cameras and does not yet include Caltrans work-zone deployments. Some locations have separate direction records, so the number of records can differ from the number of physical locations. Planned locations are included for awareness, not presented as active enforcement.
Does a marker mean the camera is issuing tickets?
No. Published locations can be planned, under construction, issuing warnings or issuing citations. Warning live means a warning stage, not fines. A rollout date alone does not confirm a particular camera’s status. Use the linked city program and any notice you receive for enforcement details.
Can the app guarantee that I will avoid a ticket?
No app can guarantee a reminder, an exact warning time or avoiding a citation. California Speed Cameras is an awareness aid: you remain responsible for your speed, road conditions and safe driving. Configure it before driving and follow posted signs. Our Terms of Use explain the service and your rights; the Privacy Policy explains how information is handled.
How can I report a camera issue or contact support?
Email support@californiaspeedcams.com with the city, street and an official source link if available. You can also use Contact support in Android, with an optional diagnostic report. Please avoid sending unnecessary travel history. To question a citation, follow the issuing city’s review process.