What3words is a technology system with a mission to simplify location sharing by dividing the world into a grid of 3-meter squares, each uniquely identified by a combination of three words. What3words aims to provide a precise and user-friendly way to describe any location with just three words, ensuring worldwide accuracy and ease of communication. What3words was founded by Chris Sheldrick, Jack Waley-Cohen, Michael Dent, and Mohan Ganesalingam in 2013 and is headquartered in London, UK.

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what3words app identifies precise locations; police agencies put to use

The app, what3words, works exactly like its name. It divides a map into 10-by-10 foot squares – naming each of them a different variation of three words that are unique to that exact location. "If you are out on Lake Michigan, we can find exactly where you are within a 3-by-3 meter square. Because there is not going to be an address out in the middle of the lake," Ritger said.

ShipEngine and what3words Partner to Enhance Online Delivery Experiences

ShipEngine, a leading shipping API, today announces that it has partnered with innovative location technology what3words, enabling seamless deliveries and strengthening the online customer experience. From today, what3words has been added to ShipEngine’s robust API, making it available to retailers, platforms and 3PLs across the UK. what3words provides a simple way to communicate precise location. Every 3 metre square in the world has been given a unique address made of 3 random words: a what3words address.

What3words: Geolocation app ask users to become shareholders

British startup What3words has launched a crowdfunding campaign that will allow its users to have a stake in the company. The geolocation app had a target of £1m ($1.19m) but only hours after the campaign went live, it had already hit over £4m. The company said it will use the funds to “replicate our UK strategy around the world” as it looks to become a global standard for location.

Addressing for the Adventurous - Subaru of America Announces Integration of Innovative Location Technology what3words

Today at the New York Auto Show, Subaru of America, Inc. announced a major integration of innovative location technology what3words. Through this partnership, Subaru drivers can easily navigate to any precise 10ft x 10ft location in the world using just three words, making everyday adventure easier than ever. Subaru’s new Outback models will all feature the industry-leading technology, with integrations in additional models set to be announced in the near future.
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