6.0.3 Safe to install
Makani: Navigating Dubai with Ease

Makani is a user-friendly app developed by Dubai Municipality that simplifies navigation and enhances location discovery in the city, allowing users to find places effortlessly.
This application provides the official geographic addressing system adopted in the Emirates of Dubai, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah & Ras Al Khaimah. It is a unique tool that allows users to easily search, define, and locate places, making navigation in these regions accurate and efficient.
Dubai is the first city in the world to utilize "Makani Numbers" for precise location identification. With a simple 10-digit format (e.g. 30032 95320), this addressing system eliminates the need for names, codes, or complicated directions. The use of numbers as location identifiers caters to individuals from diverse backgrounds and different languages within the UAE.
This application offers a range of features that enhance usability and convenience:
- Users can search for Makani numbers and points of interest using voice commands.
- Building boundaries and main entrances are highlighted with Makani Numbers on the interactive map in both satellite and normal mode.
- Users can access detailed information about selected places, including street-level imagery.
- Makani numbers can be linked to contacts on your mobile device for quick and direct access.
- Favourite places can be easily managed and saved.
- An advanced search function allows users to specify locations using land numbers and the traditional addressing system, providing corresponding Makani Numbers.
- The application can read QR codes on Makani plates to retrieve relevant information.
- Users can plan routes with multiple destinations, with the map displaying the routes and providing step-by-step directions.
- Locations can be shared with others through various communication channels.
- The application is available in both English and Arabic interfaces.
Discover the additional features of this application by giving it a try!
Overview
Makani is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Dubai Municipality.
The latest version of Makani is 6.0.3, released on 07/02/2025. It was initially added to our database on 01/27/2024.
Makani runs on the following operating systems: Android/iOS.
Users of Makani gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pete Milner
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