Features
Built for those
in the know
Know where to be, before everyone else does.
Real-Time Heatmap
See exactly where people are gathering on campus right now with our live-updating heatmap.
Social Discovery
Find events matching your interests and connect with like-minded students nearby.
Instant Updates
Get notified the moment something exciting starts happening in your area.
Smart Alerts
Set personalized alerts for specific locations, event types, or friend activities.
Privacy First
Your location is always anonymized. Only aggregated data appears on the heatmap.
AI Recommendations
Get personalized event suggestions based on your preferences and past attendance.
Live Heatmap
Watch your campus
come alive
Our heatmap updates in real-time. Warmer colors mean more activity — you'll know where to go at a glance.
How it Works
Get in on it
in seconds
Download Yarty
Get the app from the App Store. Free for all Yale students.
Allow Location
Enable location sharing to see and contribute to the campus heatmap anonymously.
Find Your Vibe
Explore the heatmap, discover events, and join the action wherever it's happening.
Testimonials
Don't take our
word for it
“Opened Yarty on a random Thursday and saw a huge spot glowing on Elm. Walked over and it was the best night of the semester.”
Sarah M.
Yale '27
“No more texting five group chats asking what's going on tonight. Just open the map and you already know where to go.”
Marcus J.
Yale '26
“I check the heatmap before heading out to see what's actually worth it. Saved me from so many dead scenes.”
Emily K.
Yale '28