NYCNoise Monitor
Department of Environmental Protection Utilities iPhoneiPadiPod touch
NYCNoise Monitor is a free Utilities app for iPhone and iPad by Department of Environmental Protection. Rated 2.4/5 from 14 ratings. Requires iOS 15.0.
- Rating
- 2.4
- 14 ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 264 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Aug 17
- 2026 · v1.0.9
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About NYCNoise Monitor
The NYC Noise App is a powerful tool designed to help the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) collect noise data across New York City in a completely anonymous and secure way. The app provides a simple, efficient method for monitoring noise levels without compromising your privacy. The app does not record any audio or voices—rather, it analyzes the noise levels (dBA) based on the frequency (Hz) of the surrounding environment. It uses your phone's built-in sensors to measure the intensity of ambient noise and sends this data to the DEP for analysis. The noise data is captured in real-time and is anonymized, ensuring that no personal information is ever exposed or shared. Whether you're at home, at work, or on the go, you can easily participate in helping monitor and improve New York City's sound environment. The NYC Noise App allows you to contribute to the city's efforts to reduce noise pollution, protect public health, and promote a quieter, more peaceful urban experience. Key Features: - Measures environmental noise levels (dBA) without recording any audio - Analyzes noise based on frequency (Hz) input - Ensures full anonymity of users—no personal data is collected - Supports the NYC Department of Environmental Protection's noise monitoring efforts - Easy to use interface for quick noise level readings Help New York City stay quieter—download the NYC Noise App today!
Ratings & reviews
2.4
14 ratings
What’s new
Version 1.0.9 · Updated August 17, 2026
Bug fixes and performance improvements
App privacy
The developer, Department of Environmental Protection, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Location: Precise Location
- User Content: Audio Data
- Identifiers: Device ID
Used for: App Functionality
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