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About OpenStreetMap

OpenStreetMap is a mapping software from OpenStreetMap that provides a free, editable map of the world. It combines features such as in-browser editing with iD, offline editing with JOSM, Potlatch, and Merkaartor, GPS traces for user-generated location data, user diaries to log editing activities, and community engagement tools. This structure supports collaboration among users to create and update maps collectively. OpenStreetMap is designed for versatility, making it suitable for various projects that require mapping data. Key capabilities: in-browser editing offline editing tools GPS tracking user diaries community collaboration Best for: individuals and organizations that need customizable and editable mapping solutions.

OpenStreetMap Details

Vendor
OpenStreetMap
Year Launched
2004
Location
Netherlands
Deployment
cloud
Training Options
demo, account manager, community
Countries Served
All Countries
Languages
English
Users
Cartographers, Urban planners, GIS analysts, Civil engineers, Environmental scientists
Industries Served
GIS, logistics, transport, navigation, urban planning, humanitarian aid, research, tourism, logistics, environmental studies, mobile app development
Tags
mapping, GIS, geospatial, open data, navigation, cartography, crowdsourcing, humanitarian mapping, location data

OpenStreetMap's In-App Market Place

Does OpenStreetMap have an in-app market place?

Yes

How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?

0

Mini Apps

Pricing Options

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Accepted Payment Currencies

USD ($), EUR (€), GBP (£), JPY (¥), AUD (A$), CAD (C$), CHF (Fr), CNY (元), DKK (kr), INR (₹), MXN ($), NZD (NZ$), SEK (kr), SGD (S$)

Pros & Cons

  • Allows rapid crowd-sourced updates ensuring highly accurate and constantly evolving mapping information worldwide.
  • Integrates easily with thousands of open-source geospatial tools, mobile applications, and routing services.
  • Offers powerful editing tools enabling detailed customization of map data by skilled contributors.
  • Supports humanitarian responses through quick disaster mapping efforts improving crisis navigation efficiency.
  • Map accuracy varies significantly depending on geographic region and local contributor activity levels.
  • No formal customer support exists, relying entirely on community volunteers for problem resolution.
  • Some areas lack detailed mapping, causing limitations for advanced commercial or governmental use cases.
  • Complex editing tools like JOSM require steep learning curves for non-technical or new contributors.
  • Data inconsistency occurs because tagging conventions vary widely across regions and contributors.

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