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Satellite Mode

As cell providers extend connectivity to satellite networks, a low-data satellite mode in the National Park Service Mobile App (NPS App) is now optimized for these connections. Cell-to satellite connections may limit which apps, features, and websites users can access to conserve bandwidth, but allow users to access important features in remote areas.

NPS App users can enjoy maps, safety alerts in the low-data version without downloading individual park units. Satellite connectivity can help close this gap for users who arrive without fully downloaded content.

Satellite Mode Guidance for Cell Providers

The below text is guidance for cell provider’s promotional materials, such as websites, advertisements etc.

Approved Language

  • The NPS App is now available on [cell provider satellite mode]
  • The NPS App is now optimized for [cell provider satellite mode]
  • Access the NPS App on [cell provider satellite mode], perfect for your national park trip this [season]
  • Need maps of national parks? Use the NPS App on [cell provider satellite mode]
  • Download the NPS App before your national park trip and use it on [cell provider satellite mode]
  • Connect to 420+ national parks through the NPS App, now available on [cell provider satellite mode]
  • Finding a trail has never been easier for [cell provider satellite mode] users on the NPS App.

App Icon

Contact Mobile_App@nps.gov for a high-resolution version of the NPS App icon.

Approved Use

The NPS App icon and language on this page are approved for use in the following cell provider materials:
  • Website
  • Blog posts
  • Social media posts
  • Printed advertisements or promotions

Require approval from the NPS

Any major press announcements including News Releases/Media Advisories, interview requests, that announce new information about satellite mode and the NPS App in the formats below, must be coordinated with NewsMedia@nps.gov.
Tags: nps app, nps digital

Last updated: May 14, 2026