What is OpenStreetMap?
OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license. Edit with iD browser editor or remote control tools. View history, export data, record GPS traces, write user diaries. Join communities worldwide. Hosting supported by Fastly and OSMF corporate members. UK-based OpenStreetMap Foundation coordinates the project.
Key Features
- ✓Free map data
- ✓Community edited
- ✓Open license (ODbL)
- ✓Export data
- ✓GPS traces
- ✓API access
- ✓Multiple editors
- ✓Global coverage
- ✓Street-level detail
- ✓POI data
- ✓UK foundation
- ✓Corporate sponsors
🔒 Privacy & Data Protection
OpenStreetMap is community-driven with UK-based foundation. Open data under ODbL license. For anyone wanting Google Maps alternatives with open data, OSM delivers community mapping.
Best For
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💰 Pricing
OpenStreetMap is completely free and open data. Commercial use allowed with attribution.
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