The Open Marine Data Platform

Signal K is a data standard, a local hub, and an ecosystem of plugins & web apps for collecting and sharing boat data.

Platform

A modern, open platform for marine data exchange

An Open Data Standard

Signal K is data format for marine use built on standard web technologies, suitable for WiFi, mobile devices, and the internet.

Read the Signal K specification

A Local Server

Signal K Server creates a central hub for a boat, connecting all onboard devices and systems over NMEA, WiFi, and other marine protocols.

Install the Signal K Server

An Ecosystem

Extend the functionality of Signal K Server with hundreds of plugins and web apps from the growing community of developers.

Explore the Signal K ecosystem

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KIP 3.0 brings improved user experience

KIP 3.0 brings improved user experience

Whether you're fine-tuning your helm setup or creating a custom dashboard for your nav station, KIP 3.0 delivers a vastly improved user experience.

5 Must-Have Signal K Plugins for Your Boat

Looking to enhance your boat’s navigation and data monitoring? These plugins 5 plugins will improve vessel tracking, navigation, and real-time data insights, making your sailing experience smoother and more efficient.

How to Set Up Node-RED in SignalK & OpenPlotter

A step-by-step introduction to using Node-RED with SignalK to toggle an LED light to indicate battery charging state.

How much does it cost to make tea on a boat?

How much does it cost to make tea on a boat?

Mat Bailey shows us how to create an AC Monitor with Signal K, SensESP, and Node-RED to calculate the cost of running an electric tea kettle.

Sponsors

Thank you to the generous financial supporters that sustain our community.

Expenses for running the Signal K community are offset by donations from individuals and companies.

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