Frequently asked questions

Why should I use vector maps instead of raster map tiles?
Vector map tiles provide several advantages over raster map tiles:
  • Scalable: Vector map tiles can be rendered at any zoom level without losing detail or clarity.
  • Lightweight: Vector map tiles are smaller in size, making them faster to download.
  • Customizable: Vector map tiles can be easily styled to match your brand or project's needs.
What licence are maps from Tilea.io distributed under?

Our maps are based on OpenStreetMap data, which is a community-driven source of high-quality, up-to-date mapping information. We provide it under the same licence OpenStreetMap uses, which is the Open Data Commons Open Database License

Please consult https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright

Can I resell the maps (e.g. as an in-app-purchase) or provide a commercial service built on top of the maps I purchased from Tilea.io?

Yes, absolutely. Once you purchased the maps you can build a commercial service on top of them, offer them as an in-app-purchase to your customers, use them in your own tile server, use them offline, modify or transform them.

Please consult the Open Data Commons Open Database License and https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright

What attribution do I need to give for the maps as a Tilea.io customer?

You need to visibly attribute OpenStreetMap and OpenMapTiles as our maps are based on them and Tilea.io.

For example: © Tilea.io © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

What areas are covered by the maps?

The coverage of the maps will depend on the specific map that you purchase, but we aim to provide maps that cover the entire world, including both urban and rural areas.

Please check our store to see the exact regions available.

Can I download smaller regions separetely without having to download the whole planet?

Yes, we offer 476 region extracts, ranging from a couple of MBs to tens of GBs in size.

Please note that the smallest map region that we offer for purchase is a continent, but by purchasing a continent you also get access to all the smaller regions under it. Similarly, by purchasing the map of the planet you also get access to all the continents and all the smaller regions as a separate download option, too.

Please check our store to see the exact regions available.

In what format do you provide the maps?
Tilea.io provides maps in the MBTiles format, using OpenMapTiles Schema v3.14.0. MBTiles is a specification for storing tiled map data in a single file. It is an open-standard format that is optimized for fast and efficient delivery of map tiles, making it ideal for use in mobile applications or web-based mapping applications. The MBTiles format also supports offline use, allowing you to store the maps locally on your device and access them even when an internet connection is not available.

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How often do you update the maps?

We currently update our maps monthly. Please let us know at [email protected] if you require more frequently updated maps.

Why do you offer paid maps from OpenStreetMap data when OpenStreetMap itself is freely available?

The maps that we offer are not just a simple extraction of OpenStreetMap data, but they are carefully processed and converted into a vector format to provide a better user experience in terms of performance and offline accessibility. Our maps are in MBTiles format, which is a highly efficient format for storing and serving map tiles, allowing for fast and smooth map rendering.

We charge money because converting the maps into a vector format costs us money too as the process requires using powerful computers and is time-consuming.

By offering paid maps, we provide our customers with a more convenient and practical solution for using OpenStreetMap data in their projects, without having to worry about the technical details of processing the data themselves.

Can I convert OpenStreetMap data to a vector format myself for free?

Yes, you can convert OpenStreetMap data to a vector format yourself for free, there are various open-source tools and libraries that you can use for this purpose.

However, converting OpenStreetMap data to a vector format is time-consuming and can be a technically challenging task, especially if you're not familiar with geospatial data processing. By purchasing our maps, you can save yourself the time and effort of converting the data yourself and benefit from maps that are optimized for performance and offline use.

Why should I buy maps from Tilea.io when there are multiple map providers out there?

At Tilea.io, we specialize in providing high-quality maps that you can self-host. This gives you the flexibility to customize your maps to your exact specifications and save money in the process, as you won't need to pay for a hosted service.

Furthermore, with our affordable pricing you can get high-quality maps at a price that won't strain your budget.

Is there any difference between the maps provided as a one time purchase and the maps provided for subscription?
No, the maps provided as a one-time purchase and the maps provided through a subscription are essentially the same in terms of the map data and format. The only difference is that as our subscribed customer you receive ongoing access to the latest version of the maps during your subscription period. If you have a one-time purchase, you will receive the maps in their current form at the time of purchase, but you will not receive any updates after that.
Do you offer maps free of charge too?

Yes, please check our free downloads section. The free maps we provide allow you to see the quality and coverage of our maps, and to get a sense of how they might work in your own applications or projects.

Our free vector maps are available under the same Open Data Commons Open Database License as our paid ones, if you do not need the most up-to-date maps you are welcome to download and use them forever.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept a variety of payment methods, including major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB payments from customers worldwide), PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay and bank transfers.

For subscriptions we only support credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay currently.

Do you offer money back guarantee?
Yes, we offer money back guarantee within 7 days of purchase.
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