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How it works

How SpotWhispr works

Thousands of cars pull out of spots on the Upper West Side every day. At the same moment, other drivers are circling a block away with no idea a space is opening. SpotWhispr closes that gap by letting the driver who is leaving tell the driver who is looking.

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One credit, one spot

Credits keep SpotWhispr fair. You spend a credit to claim a spot and earn one when you share yours. Everyone starts with one free credit, so you can try it the first time you need to park.

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Download and sign up

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Claim a spot a neighbor is leaving

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Share your spot and a neighbor claims it

Schedule your move before street cleaning

Know you have to move for alternate side parking tomorrow? Schedule your departure in the app so a neighbor can plan to take your spot while you grab theirs.

SpotWhispr screen for scheduling a departure time (original: images/spotwhispr/screen-schedule.webp)

Better for you, better for the block

  • Less time circling and more time at home
  • Fewer missed street cleaning moves and fewer tickets
  • Less idling and congestion on residential streets
  • A parking system built on neighbors helping neighbors

Common Questions

What if I run out of credits?
Share your next spot to earn one back.
Does SpotWhispr tell me if a spot is legal?
SpotWhispr shows spots neighbors are leaving. Always check the posted signs before you park.
Where does SpotWhispr work?
The Upper West Side today. Join the waitlist for other neighborhoods.

Ready to stop circling?

Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play