Check the UV with the free SunSmart app
Sun protection advice at your fingertips
To get alerts for sun protection wherever you are, download the free SunSmart Global UV app today!
UV radiation can catch you unawares – it’s not like the sun’s light we see or the heat we feel - it can damage your skin without you even realising it.
Whether you’re working outdoors, fishing, surfing, hiking, or tackling that DIY project, the SunSmart Global UV app is your go-to tool. It gives you instant access to real-time UV levels across Australia, as well as global forecast data.
Backed by trusted agencies and Cancer Council Victoria, the app provides clear advice to help you protect your skin wherever you are.
How it works – no nonsense sun protection
- Get daily UV and sun protection alerts tailored to your schedule and location.
- With the option to set custom reminders, you’ll always know exactly when to protect your skin.
- Access live UV levels and get clear, simple guidance on when sun protection is necessary. Plus, the app offers a 7-day forecast, so you can plan ahead.
Available in eight languages, including English, French, Spanish, and more, the app is your global solution for staying safe in the sun. Simply download, set your location, and choose when you want to receive alerts – whether it’s based on your own schedule or when the UV is 3 or above. Stay on top of your sun safety, effortlessly.
When the UV is 3 or above, we remind all Australians to Slip on protective clothing, Slop on broad-spectrum, water-resistant SPF50 or SPF50+ sunscreen, Slap on a broad-brimmed hat, Seek shade, and Slide on sunglasses.