How can I get free map downloads for my TOM tom live 820 gps

Install the Tom Tom software to your computer. Connect you Tom Tom to the computer using the usb cable provided. Run the Tom Tom program to register unit (make sure you have an internet connection) and got to the maps to download what you need.

Hi Tracy, It depends what model gps and which country you live, I live in Australia and have a life time of maps for Australia and New Zealand and even though I'll probably never go to New Zealand every time I update my maps it automatically updates all. By-the-way a life time of maps is as long as my Navman keeps working... CHEERS..

you tom tom should have come with a serial number and an activation code.

Contact TomTom directly and you should be able to download the map through TomTom home...

Also the TomTom home app (if ever synced & registered will have an backup of ownership to the device))

Also the device it came with....

Use Tom Tom Home.

You'll only get free updates for a certain period after purchase. Beyond that time, you'll need to buy them.

Download Tom Tom Home here:

http://www.tomtom.com/services/service.php?id=16&tab=87

There are no FREE ones I am afraid.

If there were I can assure you I would provide you with the information so long as it was not illegal.

Sorry

To update maps you should run Tom Tom home on your computer and then connect the GPS

It will then ask you if you want to connect to the computer and you would tell your GPS yes.

Tom Tom home will once it finds your GPS then proceed to do any minor updates.

If your map is out of date it will offer you the option of purchasing a newer version.

don't be tempted to look for free / pirate maps !
These can cause problems in starting up your GPS (believe me)

Tom Tom map prices are not too bad and compared to many GPS are quite easy to install using Tom Tom home.

If you don't have Tom Tom home the latest version can be found here.

when your registered it with tom tom they take note of your maps
check your online tom tom account and it should let you re-download your maps.

I you backed it up to your computer you can also restore the maps from there with the tomtom home software

Just follow these steps here on TomTom's support site and you'll have your maps up and running in no time

Use Tom Tom Home to find new maps and updates.

If you haven't got Tom Tom Home then download a free copy here:

http://www.tomtom.com/services/service.php?id=16&tab=87

Peter