TomTom
TomTom is a Dutch multinational company that develops and sells navigation and mapping software, as well as GPS devices and traffic information services. The company provides location technology to automotive manufacturers, technology companies, and developers.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Netherlands
HQ City
Amsterdam
Founded
1991
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Euronext Amsterdam
Tax Domicile
NL
Ultimate Parent
TomTom N.V.
Data Hosting
NL
CLOUD Act Exposure
Yes ⚠️
AI Trains on User Data
true
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
true
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
High
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 27001, ISO 9001
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1991
Company founding
TomTom was founded in Amsterdam as Palmtop Software.
2004
First PND launch
The company launched the TomTom Go, one of the world's first portable navigation devices.
2005
IPO
TomTom listed on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange.
2019
Sale of Telematics
TomTom sold its Telematics division to Bridgestone to focus on mapmaking and location technology.