FAQ
Frequently asked questions
In Portugal, on-duty pharmacies (also called duty or emergency pharmacies) are pharmacies legally required to remain open outside normal hours — including nights, weekends, and public holidays. Each municipality operates a rotation system guaranteeing that at least one pharmacy is always open 24 hours.
When you tap Search, the browser asks for permission to access your GPS location. Using that information, the site queries Google to find the nearest open duty pharmacies, showing the name, address, estimated walking distance, and direct navigation links to Google Maps and Waze.
Yes, but a very small amount — roughly equivalent to loading a text page. Geolocation uses your device's GPS chip, not mobile data.
No. Your location is only used at the moment of the search to find nearby pharmacies. It is not recorded, stored, shared, or associated with any personal identifier.
No. An internet connection is required to query the pharmacy database (Google). GPS geolocation may work offline, but the pharmacy search requires connectivity.
The site relies on Google data, which is generally accurate but may not reflect exceptional situations such as local holidays, strikes, construction, or temporary closures. We recommend calling ahead before travelling, especially outside normal hours.
Yes, completely free. There are no ads, subscriptions, or any cost to the user.
It works in mainland Portugal, the Azores, and Madeira, as long as GPS coverage and mobile data or Wi-Fi are available. Pharmacy coverage depends on Google data in your area.