Track the Northern Lights in Real-Time with Photos and Locations

Since 2019, Hello Aurora has helped hundreds of thousands of people see the Northern Lights. Our Moments feature provides live sightings verified by real people. When a user spots the aurora, they upload a photo and their location. We send an instant notification directly to you.

Why choose Hello Aurora?

• Verified Sightings: View real photos from people on the ground right now.
• Instant Alerts: Know the exact moment the aurora is visible nearby.
• Expert Proven: Built by veteran hunters to remove the guesswork.

We are the first app to offer real-time photo sharing and community tracking. Join over 280,000 aurora lovers today.

How to share your aurora sighting photos in real time

Step 1: Download Hello Aurora and create an account
Download the Hello Aurora app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store and create an account.

Step 2: Click the “Eyes” Icon to report what you see
When you spot the Northern Lights, tap the eyes icon 👁️ in the app.
Select the aurora intensity level:

• Weak – visible only through a camera lens
• Medium – faintly visible to the naked eye
• Strong – bright and clearly visible to the naked eye

Step 3: Upload a Photo
Upload photo from your gallery, then tap “Share Now.”
Your real-time aurora sighting moment will instantly appear on the map and notify other aurora chasers around the world.

🎉 You’ve just shared your aurora moment and helped others experience the magic too!

How to find out where the Aurora Borealis is visible

On the Map page you can see the overview of where the aurora was spotted by users from all around the world.

• Zoom in to see the photo and location.
• Head there if you are nearby or save it for your upcoming aurora hunting trip.

How to know when the Northern Lights is visible

The Moments feature combines live data with human-verified sightings and geolocated photos to tell you exactly where the aurora is visible right now. When a user spots the lights, you get an instant notification from Hello Aurora app.

See live Aurora photos as they happen

When you are out chasing the Northern Lights, it can feel lonely, especially on cold nights under vast skies. That’s where the Hello Aurora community helps you stay connected.

Here’s how to explore live aurora sightings and aurora locations shared by other users:

Step 1: Tap “Moments.”

Step 2: Browse the latest real-time photos from users around the world.

Step 3: To see where the photo was taken. Press on the 3 dots on the right hand side and press "Show moments's location". The map page will open and you can track where the aurora photo was taken.

Step 4: Check out Featured Moments, hand-picked by our team for their beauty and clarity.

Step 5: React to other users’ photos with green heart emoji 💚 and celebrate their sightings!

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the Hello Aurora Moments feature?

A: The Hello Aurora Moments feature allows users to share real-time Northern Lights sighting and photos with location and intensity. It connects aurora enthusiasts worldwide by showing where the aurora is currently visible based on user reports.

Q: How can I share my Northern Lights photos in real time?

A: To share your Northern Lights photos in real time, download the Hello Aurora app from the App Store or Google Play, create an account, tap the eyes icon, select the aurora intensity, and upload or take a photo. Your moment will instantly appear for others to see.

Q: Is Hello Aurora free to use?

A. Yes. Hello Aurora is free to use and use on both iPhone and Android devices. Users can share aurora photos for free up to 3 photos a day and can upgrade to Pro version for unlimited sharing.

Q: Why do I need an account to share aurora photos?

A: Creating an account helps keep the Hello Aurora community safe and authentic. It allows us to prevent spam. Your information is private and never shared with third parties.

Q: Can I see where other people spotted the Northern Lights?

A: Yes. By opening the 'Map' tab in the Hello Aurora app, you can view real-time aurora sightings shared by users, including their photos, locations, and aurora intensity levels.

Q: Do I get notification when someone near me spotted the aurora?

A: Yes. We will send you notification when someone in your country spotted the Northern Lights and share their sightings. You can upgrade to Pro version if you want precise kilometres range and only focus on the aurora spotting that are nearby you.

Q: How can I get my photo to be featured?

A: The featured aurora moment are hand-picked by our team. By sharing your beautiful photos on the app might get featured by us.

Q: Can I delete my photos?

A: Of course. You can always delete your photos on our app. On the right hand side on the 3 dots.

Q: Can I share my photo anytime?

A: No. To keep every Aurora Moment authentic and focused on real-time aurora sightings, you can only upload a photo when the Northern Lights are actually visible. Our system automatically verifies aurora activity and only allows sharing when conditions are active. This ensures that every photo you see in the app reflects a genuine, live aurora experience. To maintain real-time accuracy, photos can only be shared if they are taken within the past hour. This helps keep the Hello Aurora community reliable, exciting, and true to what’s happening in the sky right now.