Quick Start

Connect your iOS device and simulate a location in under 5 minutes.

Follow these steps to go from a fresh account to a simulated location on your device.

1. Create an account

   Go to minkmap.com and sign up. A credit or debit card is required to choose a plan.

2. Download and install the helper app

   MinkMap requires a small desktop helper to communicate with your device. Download and install it for your operating system before continuing.

   Download the helper app →

   The helper runs silently in the background. You don’t need to open it manually — just keep it running while you use MinkMap in your browser.

3. Enable Developer Mode on your device

   MinkMap requires Developer Mode to be enabled on your iPhone or iPad.

   To enable it:

   1. Open Settings on your device.
   2. Tap Privacy & Security, then scroll down and tap Developer Mode.
   3. Toggle Developer Mode on and restart your device when prompted.

   Developer Mode is a standard iOS feature for app testing. It does not require a paid Apple Developer account. See the Developer Mode guide for more detail.

4. Plug in your device via USB

   Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer using a USB cable.

   • Open MinkMap in your browser. Your device should appear in the device selector.
   • If prompted on your device, tap Trust and enter your passcode.

   After your first successful USB connection, MinkMap can connect to your device over WiFi. See Wireless connection to set that up.

5. Simulate a location

   With your device connected, use the map to pick a location:

   • Search for an address, city, or landmark using the search bar, or
   • Click any point directly on the map.

   Your device’s GPS location updates immediately. It works even when your phone screen is off.

   See Change location for more detail on controlling and stopping the simulation.