MapTiler

MapTiler gives you control over your maps. instead on Google Maps or Mapbox, you generate custom map tiles from OpenStreetMap or your own data, then host them yourself or via MapTiler Cloud.

What it does

You upload geospatial data (GeoJSON, Shapefiles, GPX) or choose from pre-built OpenStreetMap styles. MapTiler renders vector or raster tiles, which you serve via their CDN or your own server. The SDKs (JavaScript, Android, iOS) render those tiles in your app or website.

Best for

• Developers building custom map-based apps who want to avoid vendor lock-in
• GIS professionals needing to publish large datasets as interactive maps
• Teams that need offline-capable maps or strict data privacy

Strengths

• Self-hosting option means no per-request fees or data sent to third parties
• Works with OpenStreetMap data, which is free and globally detailed
• SDKs for web, iOS, and Android with consistent tile rendering

• Custom tile generation — Upload your own geodata or use OSM to create vector/raster tiles
• Self-hosting or cloud — Host tiles on your own server or use MapTiler Cloud CDN
• SDK support — JavaScript, Android, iOS libraries for embedding maps
• OpenStreetMap integration — Pre-built styles and data from OSM, updated regularly
• Data privacy — No external API calls when self-hosting; full control over data
• Batch processing — Generate tiles for large areas offline via desktop app