Hey Beach Buddy,
Is the Coast Clear?
Everything you need for a perfect day at the beach — safety, surf, sun & local gems, all in one place.
Everything You Need All In One App
Live Weather & 5-day Forecast
Know before you go if the coast is clear.
Nothing can affect a day at the beach like the weather! We don’t want rain on our sunning day! Grandma prefers when it’s overcast and in the 70’s! Today’s excursion is shell hunting; always better in the rain to help reveal hidden treasures.
Enter any coastal location anywhere in the World to receive real-time weather conditions, including temperature, cloud conditions, wind speed & direction, plus an extended 5-day forecast to help you plan.
Surf & Tide Conditions
Find the waves that suit YOU
Instantly know if the “Surf’s Up” at your favorite spots. Ensure the snorkeling spot you choose is calm and relaxing. Discover and explore tide pools at low tide! Baby’s first visit to the beach? Find one with calm, gentle surf to ensure a positive marine experience for the future ocean-lover.
Check live ocean conditions to find the right beach. No matter your activity, Beach Buddy helps you find the right beach for you!
Fish Activity & Lunar Phase
In the light of the moon
Heading out for a bioluminescence walk? Aim for a moonless window (new moon or very thin crescent) so the shoreline is as dark as possible—your eyes adjust faster, the glow stands out more, and the experience feels more immersive.
Planning a full-moon beach stroll? A bright moon turns the coastline into natural mood lighting. It’s ideal for scenic walks, beach photography, and spotting shoreline patterns you’d normally miss.
Beach Buddy helps you match the moon to the moment—so you’re not just showing up, you’re showing up at the right time. Plan your perfect ocean moment with real-time Fish Activity & Lunar Phase insights.
Live Marine Hazards & Water Quality
Make Informed Decisions
The tricky thing about marine hazards is that they’re mobile! You could check one of your favorite locations yesterday, and the Beach Buddy App signaled that “The coast is clear!” Then you check the same spot today and see a riptide warning! That’s why we all must play a part by reporting hazards as they happen, in real time! Speaking of time, being global changes the incident data due to time zones, so please help by reporting.
The World Is Your Oyster
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Connect with beachgoers in the perfect moment. Our advanced ad formats and targeting create a seamless, high-quality experience.
Targeted Reach
Reach beach enthusiasts at the right time and place
Engaged Audience
Connect with active users planning their beach trips
Proven Results
High conversion rates and measurable ROI
$ 1,000.00 Grand Prize
Play Pro Challenge Trivia
Test your ocean knowledge with our exclusive Pro Challenge Trivia Game. Answer questions correctly and compete for a chance to win $ 1,000.00 USD!
Ready for Your Next Beach Adventure?
Join millions of beach lovers who use Beach Buddy to discover, plan, and enjoy perfect beach days. Download free today.
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Got Questions?
Here are answers to our most commonly asked questions
Is Beach Buddy really free to use?
Yes! Beach Buddy is completely free to download and use with all essential features. We also offer a Pro plan with additional features including unlimited personalized marine alerts, global shark map, regional shark map with zoom unlocked, live location monitoring, pro-level trivia access, and unlimited favorite locations.
How accurate are the weather and hazard warnings?
We provide highly accurate real-time data. Our updates happen on every app load and are accurate within minutes, ensuring you always have the most current information about conditions at your beach.
What beaches does Beach Buddy cover?
Beach Buddy currently covers over 10,000 beaches across North America, Europe, Australia, and parts of Asia and South America. We’re constantly adding new beaches based on user requests. If your favorite beach isn’t listed, let us know and we’ll add it!
Can I use Beach Buddy offline?
Yes! You can save favorite beaches while online and access them later without internet. Recently viewed beach details (weather, hazards, alerts) remain available offline for a short time. If you’ve viewed the map for a location before losing connection, that cached map area will show offline too.
What is the trivia game about?
Beach Buddy features an interactive trivia game where you can test your beach and ocean knowledge. Play for a chance to win $ 1,000.00 and enjoy learning fun facts while planning your beach day!
Is my data private and secure?
Absolutely. We take privacy seriously. Your location data is anonymized and never sold to third parties. You can use Beach Buddy without creating an account, and all personal data is encrypted. Check our privacy policy for full details.
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