Find the TransLoc App in the App Store
- Visit the .
- International Students may need to set up a US Google Play account to download the app. .
- Once you download it, you will be asked whether you want to allow TransLoc to use your location.
- It is recommended you choose “Grant Permission” or “Allow Only While Using the App”. Do not choose “Deny”.
Log in With the 51ÁÔÆæ Single Sign On
- Click the Settings tab at the bottom, and then click Log in.
- Enter your 51ÁÔÆæ.EDU email address.
- Make sure to sign in with the 51ÁÔÆæ Single Sign on, which is used for Canvas, Outlook, OneDrive, and most other 51ÁÔÆæ sites.
Navigate the Welcome Screen
- After logging into your 51ÁÔÆæ account, you will see the welcome screen.
- You should toggle “University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee” to show Be On the Safe Side (B.O.S.S.).
- If this screen doesn’t appear, you may need to choose “Agency Preferences” in the Settings tab.
Navigate the OnDemand Tab
- You are now able to request rides when B.O.S.S. is in session!
- In the OnDemand tab, you may see many services offered by B.O.S.S.
- They have slightly different hours as they have different service areas.
- Be sure you choose an active service (you may have to toggle through services), then click on it.
Set the Drop Off Location and Passenger Details
- To set the pick-up and drop-off locations, select each box. You can either enter an address or select a point on the map.
- Choose the number of riders and whether you need an ADA service.
- Be sure to read any applicable service announcements, as they contain important service information that may change over time.
- The app provides an estimated time of arrival, but this is dependent on rider demand, weather, traffic, etc.
Review the Information
- Make sure to review all the details of your trip. If it’s correct, choose the “confirm details and request ride” button.
- You will receive a confirmation message and realtime updates about your ride request.
- The app will notify you when your vehicle has arrived.
- Please show your student ID to the driver to verify your identity.
Hours of Operation
Daily – 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
B.O.S.S. is closed for legal holidays (including Spring Break and between Christmas and New Years) and may close due to inclement weather.