How to Master Taipei’s Garbage Collection
STEP 1: Download the App
Your first step to hassle-free disposal is getting the "Taipei Trash (台北倒垃圾)" app. Use the link below to get started!
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Apple App Store:
Download Here
STEP 2: Enable Location Services
Once the app is installed, make sure to allow it to access your location.
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Select "Allow While Using App." * By doing this, the app will automatically show you the garbage truck stops nearest to your current position the moment you open it.
STEP 3: Find Your Stop
Navigate the map to find the icons:
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Tap the Garbage Truck Icons: This gives you real-time data, including its distance from you, the arrival time, and what specific types of waste (recyclables, food scraps, etc.) are being collected that day.
Important: There is NO garbage collection on Wednesdays and Sundays. Plan your housework accordingly!
Bonus Feature: The "Street Food" Savior
Taipei is a food lover's paradise, but we've all experienced that awkward moment: you've finished your delicious street snack, but now you're stuck carrying a greasy bag or an empty cup for blocks because there's no trash can in sight.
This app has a "Public Trash Can" finder!
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Look at the bottom of the screen.
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Tap "Trash Can (垃圾桶)" right next to the "Garbage Truck (垃圾車)" icon.
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The map will show you nearby public bins, their distance, and specific disposal rules.
Just a Heads Up
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Schedule Changes: Garbage collection times may change due to holidays or city maintenance without a push notification from the app.
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App Updates: The interface and design may be updated by developers without prior notice.
Want to learn more?
With this app in your pocket, you're officially ready to tackle Taipei's trash system.
