Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Yandex Maps and Navigator since it was posted on our website on 2017-06-19.
The latest version is and it was updated on soft112.com on 19 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
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posted on 2024-04-07
Enjoy improved app performance.
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posted on 2024-02-21
When you're ordering a taxi, Yandex Maps now suggests pickup spots that are convenient for both you and the driver. You'll see which ensure a quicker or more affordable route to your destination, though you can always make an adjustment yourself if nothing fits.
version N/A
posted on 2024-01-03
Drive easier with detailed road markings visible right in the app. Available in the city center and main highways of Moscow and Ufa, the centers of St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Yekaterinburg, and Volgograd Yandex Maps shows you which lane to be in to make the perfect turn and zooms in on complex interchanges so you don't miss anything important. Also, 3D buildings along the route serve as additional waymarks.
Night mode has more contrast now so it's easier to see all the details in the dark.
version 16.6.1
posted on 2023-11-09
We updated your profile page — open it to see your history of visited places as well as your uploaded photos, videos, and reviews.
The reviews themselves got a touch-up, too. We moved around the "Add photo or video" button so it's easier to add media. Also, whenever you're contributing a review, you'll see the photos and videos you made in the place you're reviewing so you don't have to endlessly scroll through your gallery to find them.
version 16.5.2
posted on 2023-10-16
We added route building using bookmarked places. That can be helpful, for example, when you're planning on visiting a number of places in a single day. Just add places to lists for shopping, sightseeing, or walks. All you'll have to do is open the list you're looking for, tap the route button, and hit the road.
version 15.5.0
posted on 2023-06-05
Yandex Plus subscribers can now spend points to order rides in Yandex Maps. To do this, select "Spend on ride" in the payment methods.
You can also get points just for taking rides. You don't have to do anything special: Yandex Plus subscribers automatically get 10% cashback as bonus points.
version 15.1.0
posted on 2023-05-02
Yandex Maps now has truck routes showing weight and dimension limits as well as other parameters. They also show obstacles that cannot be avoided. For example, where the only accessible road goes under a low bridge. All this will help you plan trips and reduce the likelihood of getting a fine.
To set it up, plot a route, open its parameters and select the type of truck. The parameters will be filled in automatically, and it will only be necessary to correct what did not match.
version 10.8.0
posted on 2022-04-11
You can now add a unique icon (and choose its color) to each of your favorites lists. For example, you can mark your favorite coffee shops with a mug on a blue background, or add a camera on yellow to picturesque locations you'd like to visit again. Use this nifty feature to more easily navigate between different types of favorites on the map.
To edit a list, open "Favorites and my transport" in your profile, tap the three dots next to the list, and tap "Edit".
version 10.7.7
posted on 2022-03-16
You can now add a unique icon (and choose its color) to each of your favorites lists. For example, you can mark your favorite coffee shops with a mug on a blue background or add a camera on yellow to picturesque locations you'd like to visit again.
You can choose an icon when creating a new list or add one to an existing list. To do the latter, open "Favorites and my transport" in your profile, tap the three dots next to the list, and tap "Edit".
version 10.7.6
posted on 2022-02-10
In Yandex.Maps you can now adjust the volume of voice prompts and alerts and set whether or not to mute music when they play. If this is the function you've been waiting for, open your profile in the app and tap "Settings". Then "Routes" and "Sound". There you can adjust the volume of the application, and in the "For notifications" item, choose what to do with the music: mute it, pause it, or don't change anything.
version 10.7.0
posted on 2021-11-17
We've added a new traffic widget: check traffic without logging into the app and plot routes home and to work in a single tap. To use it, tap on any free space on the main screen of your phone, go to Widgets - Yandex.Maps, and select one of the six sizes.
Now you can also order food to go. Tap "Takeaway" in the search section, and places that offer this service will appear on the map. Choose the restaurant you like and place an order on the “Takeaway" tab. Pick it up when it's ready.
version 10.6.0
posted on 2021-10-15
You can now rent Yandex Go scooters in the app. To do this, click Scooters on the main screen, and their parking spots will appear on your map. Book a comfortable scooter, go to it, and start your trip. If you're already at the parking spot, scan the QR code on the steering wheel. Currently available in Moscow and Krasnodar in Russia.
Scooter routes are also now available. They follow bike lanes and sidewalks (avoiding stairs). You can build routes all over Russia for any scooter.
version 10.5.4
posted on 2021-10-07
Yandex.Maps is now available in Android Auto. You can cast it to your car's screen during trips. Find everything you need behind the wheel: search for places, routes for avoiding traffic, voice prompts with directions and warnings about your speed and traffic cameras, plus quick access to your bookmarks.
Your car and phone must both support Android Auto to use these features. You also must be in Russia and need a Yandex Plus subscription. Sign up through Yandex.Maps and get 3 months free.
version 10.4.6
posted on 2021-07-23
Good news for those who use the metro. Yandex.Maps now shows you which metro station exit you need to use. It also shows which metro car to take to arrive closer to your exit or transfer.
Plot a route, tap one of the suggested options, and you'll see all the details.
version 10.4.4
posted on 2021-07-20
In this version, we worked on the offline maps section. We updated the city search: now it is easier to search for and download a map. We moved the settings to the same section. Here, you can enable auto-update for downloaded maps so that they're always up to date.
If you haven't used offline maps yet, give them a try! They allow you to search for places nearby and plot driving routes without an internet connection. To do this, go to Menu - Download maps.
version 10.3.1
posted on 2021-04-06
You can edit lists of places, stops, and routes in favorites by tapping the three dots next to the relevant point. A menu opens where you can change positions of favorites, delete them, or rename.
version 10.3.1
posted on 2021-03-25
You can edit lists of places, stops, and routes in favorites by tapping the three dots next to the relevant point. A menu opens where you can change list positions, delete them, or rename.
version N/A
posted on 2021-03-04
. You can now easily find the best deals on gasoline: prices are now displayed in gas station search results and on the map. Pick your refueling point and plot your route there.
. Check how many stairs there are on walking routes. If you want to avoid going up or down steps, you can choose a different route.
version N/A
posted on 2021-01-27
Added Navigator to Yandex.Maps:
. The app tells you about road events and speed limits without creating a route. To enable this option, turn on Navigator on the main screen.
. During navigation, alternate routes are suggested with warnings about time in traffic.
. Prompts about turns and lanes are shown on the map. Roads are sharper, and buildings aren't as high.
. You can configure navigation, such as by displaying prompts in the corner of the screen. To do this, go to Menu → Settings → Routes.
version N/A
posted on 2020-12-15
. Now business owners can publish news and stories in the organization card. For news, click "Add news", write a text, and attach photos. For stories, click "Add story", upload pictures, and add a button that links to your website or messenger.
. Added a new setting to route navigation mode: "North is always up". The map won't rotate with your vehicle and north will always be fixed to the top of the screen. To turn on this option, go to "Menu" → "Settings" → "Routes".
version N/A
posted on 2020-11-26
Now when you log in to Yandex.Maps, your profile picture is displayed in place of the menu icon on the main screen. Tap it to open the standard app menu. If you are the owner of an organization, you can tap "My businesses" in the menu to go directly to the business account.
You'll also find improvements and bug fixes based on user feedback. Thank you for making Yandex.Maps better! If you have any suggestions or want to report something, contact us via the Contact us section.
version N/A
posted on 2020-10-30
We launched a new section, Your city, where you'll find offers from cafes, stores, and more. To view the section, tap the present in the left corner of the home screen.
Every weekend, you can come here to get promo codes for coffee and a slice of pizza for 1 ruble. You'll also get 10% off to refuel your car in Yandex.Maps.
Three new offers become available every Monday. To get them, you have to complete a simple task within the week.
This section is only available in 21 regions in Russia.
version N/A
posted on 2020-10-01
Yandex.Maps now shows the full public transport schedule. Planning your trips is now easier than ever: find out when the last tram leaves the stop in advance or how it runs any day of the week.
Check the schedule in the stop card. If you need the schedule for certain routes, only filter these routes. To see how public transport runs on a particular day, just change the date by clicking Today in the top-left corner of the card.
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posted on 2020-09-25
Now it's easier to create routes right to the building entrance. Open the building card and tap To entrance. This lets you select an entrance number and drive directly to it.
In the house card, you'll also immediately see the cost for a taxi ride to the address and be able to order a ride. Choose the most convenient way to get to where you're going.
version N/A
posted on 2020-09-08
You can now configure the map directly on the main screen, in the search, and in navigation mode:
. Switch from Map to Satellite view.
. Show parking, panoramas, or moving transport.
. Display favorites and road events.
To do this, just tap the layers button in the upper-right corner of the screen - you don't have to go to the app menu.
version N/A
posted on 2020-08-10
. Restored the ability to mark the map for only the kinds of transport you use, such as buses and trams. To configure which markers to show, go to Menu - Layers - Moving transport.
. Yandex.Maps now warns drivers about poor quality roads and ford on routes.
If you have ideas for other improvements, please write us in the app’s About section. We're always sure to read every suggestion.
version N/A
posted on 2020-07-22
. Bike routes are now color-coded by road type - bike lanes, pedestrian zones, and areas that exit onto roadways. Staircases and the number of stairs are also shown. Everything to make planning your route easier.
. You can rename favorited stops. Go to your list of stops in Favorites, enable editing mode, and click the pencil next to the stop you wish to rename. Differentiate stops with the same name to avoid confusion.
. Talk Back now reads out routes and arrival times in stop cards.
version N/A
posted on 2020-07-02
. Transport on one line may pass the same stop while traveling along different routes. Now the stop card shows you when vehicles on each route arrive, not just the closest one.
. Made a ruler to measure distances on the map. Tap and hold any point for a couple of seconds: a menu appears that you can open the ruler from.
. TalkBack started to read out the bookmark button on the home screen. This lets you open your favorite transport and places list faster.
version N/A
posted on 2020-06-10
In Transport mode, you can go directly to your favorite stops and routes by tapping the bookmark icon in the lower-left corner of the screen. This is a handy way to:
. Decide which transport option to take. Check the tab with stops to see the distance to each and the arrival time of the next transport vehicle.
. View and change your list of favorite routes and stops.
version N/A
posted on 2020-05-19
As life in the city changes, Yandex.Maps is still here for you. Here are some features to help you out:
. Check how crowded the supermarket is before you go. Look for a label next to the store name to see if there are long lines, moderate lines, or no lines. Currently available for major stores in Russia (Moscow and St. Petersburg).
. Refuel from your car. Go to "Gas payable in Yandex.Maps" to see where it works.
. Find eateries that deliver. Just type "food delivery" in the search bar.
version N/A
posted on 2020-04-15
As you navigate these challenging times in the city, Yandex.Maps is here to help. See the updated Discovery section for important services and changes, along with tips for social distancing like:
. Refuel from your car. Go to "Gas payable in Yandex.Maps" to see where it works.
. Find eateries that deliver. Just type "food delivery" in the search bar.
version N/A
posted on 2020-03-30
As you navigate these challenging times in the city, Yandex.Maps is here to help. See the updated Discovery section for important services and changes, along with tips for social distancing like:
. Refuel from your car. Go to "Gas payable in Yandex.Maps" to see where it works.
. Find eateries that deliver. Just type "food delivery" in the search bar.
. Look for medicine nearby. When you type the name of a medicine, the map shows pharmacies that have it and the price (only in Russian).
version N/A
posted on 2020-03-16
Now you can simultaneously view the location of public transport and traffic on the map. This lets you know how quickly traffic is moving and that your bus isn't stuck somewhere.
Try out the new features and let us know what you think by writing comments in the app’s About section.
version N/A
posted on 2020-01-30
. Set up the app to show only moving transport from your favorites on the map. To do this, turn on Transport mode and check the My transport box at the bottom of the screen. If you don't have any favorite routes yet, add them by tapping "Save to My transport" in the bus card.
. Check arrival times for your favorite stops under "My transport" in the app menu.
version N/A
posted on 2019-12-13
. Check out the new Transport mode in Yandex.Maps. Tap the Transport button at the bottom of the main screen to enable it, and track bus movement in real time. Rail terminals, metro stations, and bus stops are marked with larger icons in this mode of the map.
. Choose the fastest route to your destination: by public transport, carsharing, or taxi. Plot a route and go to "All" to compare route options and costs on one screen.
version N/A
posted on 2019-11-22
You can now save public transport stops and routes to Favorites. To add a stop or route to your favorites, tap Save to My transport in the card. You can view the list of all saved routes and stops in the app menu under My transport. To choose which stops to highlight on the map, go to Menu - Layers.
version N/A
posted on 2019-11-14
You can now save public transport stops and routes to Favorites. You'll be able to easily locate them: the moving icons of saved routes are always visible on the map, and your favorite stops are highlighted yellow.
To add a stop or route to your favorites, tap Save to My transport in the card. You can view the list of all saved routes and stops in the app menu under My transport. To choose which routes and stops to show on the map, go to Menu - Layers.
version N/A
posted on 2019-11-12
. The Yandex.Maps language doesn't have to match your device language. For example, if your default setting is English, you can switch the app to Russian without changing the device language. Just go to Settings → General.
. You can view all the photos you have ever uploaded to Yandex.Maps in your personal account, and check whether your image has passed moderation.
. Learn all about a restaurant's food and prices in Yandex.Maps: the cards of many cafes and restaurants now include the menu.
version N/A
posted on 2019-10-28
Try night mode in Yandex.Maps. Go to Settings → General and select a convenient option. You can have it on at all times or let it automatically turn on at sunset and off at sunrise. There’s a third option for devices running Android 10 - syncing night mode with system settings.
version 8.5
posted on 2019-09-12
. You can now search for public transport on Yandex.Maps. Find the route you need and track public transport in real time. All you need to do is enter the bus number in search.
. Use Yandex.Maps to see prices on hotel rooms. Choose a hotel, then enter the dates of your trip and the number of guests to compare prices when booking.
version N/A
posted on 2018-01-24
• Hear voice guidance when getting directions — Yandex.Maps briefly lost the ability to speak on some devices.
• Enjoy improved app stability when adding photos to business information.
version N/A
posted on 2016-09-14
• Sync your data across multiple devices – Yandex.Maps will no longer crash when signing in.,• See what’s near you – search results load properly when using an internet connection.