# Highway code

> The complete UK Highway Code 2026

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.deepriverdev.highwaycode](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.deepriverdev.highwaycode)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.deepriverdev.highwaycode`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Deep River Development Ltd
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 80,059
- **Rating:** 4.83 / 5 (664 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.189
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-01
- **First published:** 2017-07-19
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 121 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deepriverdev.highwaycode)
- **Website:** [http://theorytry.com/app-home-theory/](http://theorytry.com/app-home-theory/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://drivingtheorytest.org/privacy-policy-ios-android/](http://drivingtheorytest.org/privacy-policy-ios-android/)

## Description

The complete Highway Code 2026 app consolidates all rules, regulations, and traffic signs from The Official UK Highway Code to help you drive safely in the UK.

Key features include a clean, ad-free experience, latest 2026 code, full list of signs, topic-based navigation, keyword search, and direct links to legislation.gov.uk. Note: this app is not the official government entity; content is sourced from gov.uk.

## Rankings

- #245,053 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.deepriverdev.highwaycode.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Users find the Highway Code app comprehensive, easy to use, and an essential resource for all road users to refresh and update their knowledge. However, multiple reviews note the app requires more timely updates, particularly concerning recent rule changes and electric vehicle information. Some users are confused about the version's currency. Overall, it is highly recommended for safety and legal awareness on the road.

### Pros

- Comprehensive and essential guide for drivers and road users.
- Easy to navigate with a straightforward user interface.
- Useful for refreshing knowledge of road rules and signs.
- Provides updated information compared to old printed copies.
- Suitable for drivers, cyclists, riders, and pedestrians of all ages.

### Cons

- App updates are delayed; latest version lacks new rule changes, especially those effective from January 2022.
- Confusion regarding the app version year (2021 vs 2022) causing uncertainty about content currency.
- Needs more detailed information for electric and hybrid vehicles, including specific safety advice.
- Medical guidelines within the app are considered vague and insufficient by some users.

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