Common questions
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Enter your postcode or town name into the search bar on the homepage, or tap "Use my current location" to instantly see charging points near you on the map.

Yes, EVChargeSpot is completely free. No account or sign-up is required, just search and go.

No. EVChargeSpot requires no account, no login, and no personal information. Open the page, search your location, and you're done.

The map covers all common UK connector types: CCS (Combined Charging System), CHAdeMO, Type 2 (Mennekes), and 3-pin domestic connectors. Connector details are shown on individual charge point listings within the map.

Slow chargers (up to 3.7kW) are typically found at home or long-stay car parks and take several hours. Fast chargers (7–22kW) are common at supermarkets and destinations, adding 30–80 miles per hour. Rapid chargers (50kW+) are found on motorways and major routes and can charge to 80% in 20–45 minutes depending on the vehicle.

Live availability depends on whether the charging network shares real-time status data. Some locations show live status; others show static information. We're working on improving live data coverage in a future update.

EVChargeSpot maintains its own UK charging database, compiled directly from multiple network operators and data providers across the country. Data is updated regularly to keep listings as accurate as possible.

Our database is compiled from multiple UK network operators and updated regularly. Some listings may occasionally be out of date, always verify with the charge point operator before travelling specifically to charge.

If you spot a missing or incorrect charge point, please get in touch via our contact page and we'll look into it.