Software:Organic Maps
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| Developer(s) | Organic Maps OÜ |
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| Repository | on GitHub |
| Written in | C++ (Core), Java (Android), Objective-C, Swift (iOS) |
| Operating system | Android, iOS, Linux |
| Predecessor | Maps.me |
| License | Apache License 2.0 |
| Website | organicmaps |
Organic Maps is a community-developed, privacy-focused and offline navigation app.[1][2][3] The app features no location tracking and no data collection. The map data is downloaded to the phone so search, routing, and navigation can operate without a cell phone signal, ideal for travel to locations with poor connections (hikes, remote roads). Organic Maps uses the crowd-sourced map data from OpenStreetMap. The app is free and open-source software, with priority for community development and collaboration.[4]
Features
Privacy[5]
- No Location Tracking
- No Data Collection
- No Cell Signal Required and Offline Maps [6]
Saves Battery Power
- Efficient Use of Battery[5]
- Hiking, Biking, Driving, Public Transport[6]
OpenStreetMap Data
Organic Maps has a collaborative efforts with OpenStreetMap contributors, offering up-to-date map data contributed by the community.[4] By integrating with OpenStreetMap, Organic Maps ensures users have access to navigation information which is used by hundreds of applications, and have the opportunity to update maps with changes in roads, addresses, businesses, landmarks, etc. [7]
History
Organic Maps was created by the founders of Maps.Me.[5] In 2011 MapsWithMe (later renamed to Maps.Me) was founded. In September 2015 the source-code of the app was to open-sourced. In 2021, Alexander Borsuk and Viktor Govako forked Maps.Me to create a privacy focused, faster and simplified navigation app - Organic Maps was born.[4] The first public release of Organic Maps became available in the app stores in August 2021.
See also
- Comparison of free off-line satellite navigation software
- List of free and open-source software packages
- Comparison of satellite navigation software
- OpenStreetMap
References
- ↑ "Exodus Privacy Project report about Organic Maps" (in en). https://reports.exodus-privacy.eu.org/en/reports/app.organicmaps/latest/.
- ↑ Popa, Bogdan (2021-08-11). "New Google Maps Alternative Promises Zero Ads, No Tracking" (in en). https://www.autoevolution.com/news/new-google-maps-alternative-promises-zero-ads-no-tracking-167058.html.
- ↑ "Organic Maps : une alternative à Google Maps gratuite et sans publicité" (in fr). https://geeko.lesoir.be/2021/08/11/organic-maps-une-alternative-a-google-maps-gratuite-et-sans-publicite/.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "Organic Maps - OpenStreetMap Wiki". https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Organic_Maps.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Organic Maps: Offline Hike, Bike, Trails and Navigation" (in en). https://organicmaps.app/.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "I tried using the open source map application 'Organic Maps' that can be used outside the service area for free and without ads" (in en). 26 June 2021. https://gigazine.net/gsc_news/en/20210626-organic-maps/.
- ↑ "10 Offline Navigation Apps to Use When You are Lost or No Network". https://geekflare.com/offline-navigation-apps/.
External links
- Organic Maps Android package at the F-Droid repository
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