MapTiler — Developer Tools

What is MapTiler?

MapTiler is a developer platform for creating custom vector or raster map tiles from OpenStreetMap data or your own geospatial files (TIFF, GeoJSON, KML, GPX, Shapefiles). You can host tiles on your own server for offline/private use or deliver them via MapTiler Cloud CDN. Built-in SDKs (JavaScript/TypeScript, Android, iOS) let you embed maps directly in web and mobile apps with no external API calls when self-hosting.

Who is it for?

MapTiler is designed for developers and GIS professionals who want to avoid vendor lock-in (e.g., from Google Maps or Mapbox) and maintain full control over mapping data. It's ideal for teams that need offline-capable maps, strict data privacy, or the ability to publish large datasets as interactive maps. It is less suited for non-technical users needing a drag-and-drop map builder without coding.

Real use cases

Real estate platforms embed branded property maps without per-request fees. Aviation teams build offline infotainment and flight tracking maps. Drone operators turn aerial imagery into tiled basemaps. Logistics companies track containers and assets in real time using self-hosted tiles. Weather dashboards display interactive 5-day forecast maps using MapTiler's data layers and TypeScript SDK.

• Custom tile generation — Upload your own geodata (GeoJSON, KML, GPX, TIFF, Shapefiles) or use OSM to create vector or raster tiles
• Self-hosting or cloud — Host tiles on your own server (on-prem/offline) or deliver via MapTiler Cloud CDN
• SDK support — JavaScript/TypeScript, Android, iOS libraries for embedding maps in web and mobile apps
• OpenStreetMap integration — Pre-built map styles (Streets, Satellite, Outdoor/Topo) and regularly updated OSM data
• Data privacy & security — No external API calls when self-hosting; full control over sensitive data
• Batch processing — Process large offline datasets using the MapTiler Engine desktop app
• Search & geocoding APIs — Add address-to-coordinate conversion, IP geolocation, and location intelligence

MapTiler pricing: Free (self-hosted) · Cloud from $29/mo. Billing model: Freemium.

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Data Processing Plans

MapTiler Desktop/Engine data processing plans include a free non-commercial tier and paid subscriptions. All prices exclude VAT; coupon discounts may apply.

Free ($0)

Single seat for non-commercial use. Includes GIS compatible outputs (create & view MBTiles), offline merge tilesets, and visual georeferencing. Limits: 1 CPU core, 100 Mpx output, 1k vector features, 1 input file.

Plus ($24.9/month, billed $299/year)

Single seat for smaller-scale commercial use. Adds custom zoom levels, fast upload to MapTiler Cloud, retina/High DPI output. Limits: 4 CPU cores, 10 Gpx output, 100k vector features, 10 input files.

Pro ($99.9/month, billed $1,199/year)

Single seat for larger-scale commercial use. Adds UltraFast rendering, multiband raster input, command line automation. Limits: 16 CPU cores, unlimited raster extent, unlimited vector features, unlimited input files.

Enterprise (Custom contract)

For teams with custom needs: discounted volume pricing, multiple seats, Docker deploy, floating license, quote & invoice ordering. All Pro features with custom CPU cores, unlimited raster extent and vector features.

Cloud hosting: Starting at $29/month for hosted tile delivery via MapTiler Cloud CDN (separate from data processing plans). Free account: Create a free MapTiler Cloud account with no credit card required.

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