Organic Maps for Linux

Free offline maps for everyone

Overview

Organic Maps is a free offline map app available for Linux.

It uses OpenStreetMap data, which is made and updated by people around the world.

This app is great for users who want detailed maps without needing internet access.

Organic Maps is safe to use because it does not have ads, tracking, or collect your data.

It also does not ask for unnecessary permissions.

The Linux version of Organic Maps is not the same as the Android and iOS versions yet.

It does not have all the features and is not designed for mobile devices.

However, it still offers useful functions like turn-by-turn navigation for walking, cycling, and driving.

You can find cycling routes, hiking trails, and walking paths.

The app supports exporting and importing maps and routes in formats like KML, KMZ, and GPX.

It also includes dark mode to reduce eye strain.

Organic Maps respects your privacy and helps save battery life.

It does not use mobile data unexpectedly because it works offline.

The app does not force you to register, does not send push notifications, and avoids spam.

It is open-source and verified by the Exodus Privacy Project, meaning it has been checked to protect your privacy.

If you want a free, safe, and private offline map app for Linux, Organic Maps is worth trying.

It is built by a community that cares about your freedom and safety when navigating.

Pros

  • Provides free offline maps using crowd-sourced OpenStreetMap data.
  • Respects user privacy with no ads, tracking, data collection, or unnecessary permissions.
  • Features turn-by-turn navigation, cycling routes, hiking trails, and supports common track export/import formats.

Cons

  • Linux version lacks feature parity with Android and iOS versions and is not optimized for mobile devices.
  • Does not currently support push notifications or mandatory tutorials that may assist beginners.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
Apache-2.0
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/organicmaps/organicmaps/issues
Translate
https://github.com/organicmaps/organicmaps/blob/master/docs/TRANSLATIONS.md

Keywords

Map Maps Offline Maps OMaps Organic Maps OrganicMaps OSM OpenStreetMap

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