GeyserTimes

4.4
74 reviews
10K+
Downloads
Content rating
Everyone
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About this app

GeyserTimes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the acquisition, preservation and dissemination of geyser-related data.

EXPLORE THE LATEST GEYSER ACTIVITY
• Check out daily geyser activity in summary or timeline mode.
• Click on eruptions and notes for more details, such as comments, confirms, flags and attachments.
• Hover over or long click on eruptions and notes for popups with additional information.*
• View the latest information on your favorite geysers in a personalized for you screen.
• Analyze geyser behavior using interval and duration charts.

PLAN YOUR DAY WITH PREDICTIONS
• View predictions made by the National Park Service.
• View predictions made by GeyserTimes, which are available for additional geysers and recalculated while offline.
(ℹ️: Geysers are natural features without a schedule and estimates are derived from user reports.)

WATCH THE WEBCAM
• View the Old Faithful live stream directly on your phone.
• Cast the Old Faithful live stream to your TV using Google Chromecast.

SUBMIT YOUR OBSERVATIONS
• Enter eruption times for geysers.
• Determine eruption durations with ease using the included stopwatch.
• Enter notes to document interesting geyser behavior.
• Comment on other entries to add additional details.
• Confirm or flag entries.
• Add attachments to entries, such as YouTube videos or Flickr photos.
(🔒: Free GeyserTimes account required. Don't have an account? Sign up within the app.)

DON'T RELY ON A CONNECTION
• Access the latest activity even when no connection is available thanks to an offline database.
• Submit your latest observations even when offline.
• Downlaod additional data if more is required.
• Delete unused data to save storage on your device.
(⚠️: Internet connection required for sync and download.)

PRIVACY
• Location Permission: used to suggest nearby geysers. If you deny this permission, suggestions will be based on your last entered eruption instead.
• Approximate Location Permission: used to calculate sunrise and sunset time for automatic night mode. If you deny this permission, fixed times will be used instead.
• Google Analytics for Firebase: collects usage and behavior data for improving the user experience. You can opt out within the settings.
• Firebase Crashlytics: collects crash reports for faster and easier bug fixes. You can opt out within the settings.
• GeyserTimes Account: for the attribution and credibility of data users must identify themselves using their real name and email address to submit data. All data can be accessed without an account, though.

SEND FEEDBACK & RECOMMEND US
GeyserTimes is developed and maintained with love, sweat and tears by volunteers and will continue to evolve as we strive to provide the best experience to our users. Therefore, we welcome any feedback or suggestions and are thankful for all bug and crash reports. If you like our app, please consider rating us and recommending us to your friends.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ⚠️
Even though GeyserTimes is optimized for offline use, a data connection is required to retrieve updated data. As cellular data connectivity and Wi-Fi availability is limited in Yellowstone, we recommend downloading and setting up the app before you arrive as well as syncing the app before leaving your accommodation every day.

(* Compatible devices include the Samsung Galaxy S and Note series)
Updated on
May 14, 2023

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
App activity, App info and performance and Device or other IDs
This app may collect these data types
Personal info, App activity and 2 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.5
66 reviews
James M
January 27, 2022
I used to love using this app to figure out geyser times, see notes left by other people, etc. At some point since the update to the most recent Android this app has stopped working right. It just doesn't sync properly with the servers. As a result there aren't any up-to-date predictions, even the NPS predictions that should always be there. Loved the app, lovedthe concept but it just doesn't work anymore. I've deleted data and reinstalled and it didn't help sadly. Total bummer.
3 people found this review helpful
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GeyserTimes
January 27, 2022
We apologize for the inconvenience, James. In rare cases, a corrupt database may permanently cause syncing to fail. This can be fixed by cleaning the database through our app’s settings. Unfortunately, due to a 350 characters limit we can’t provide detailed instructions here. Please contact support@geysertimes.org for further assistance.
Tam Thom
August 15, 2021
Not able to visit Yellowstone until next year, this app satisfies the geyser geek in me. I even got to see Giantess erupt on the 11th and 12th! Picture quality is quite good. Lots of variety as whoever is in control moves the direction and focus of the camera around.
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GeyserTimes
August 15, 2021
Thank you Tam for your positive review. We are glad you like our webcam functionality and hope your travels will take you to Yellowstone next year. Go Giantess! 🎉
Gideon Daubert
July 25, 2021
I used to use this app but currently everytime I open the app a get a message, sync failed. I've unisnstallrd and reinstalled, I'm not very tech smart so that's all I know to do, If anyone else knows anything about this contact me.
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GeyserTimes
July 25, 2021
One of the reasons the sync fails might be a corrupt database. In that case trying to delete and download all data again using the clean database option that can be found in the settings of the app might solve the issue. If you continue to experience sync issues please contact support@geysertimes.org with the error message for further assistance.

What's new

4.1.3
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
4.1.2
• User account management
• Updated design matching the new Material Design 3 guidelines
• Support for Android 12
• Bug fixes and stability improvements