Get started with MapTiler
First time here? Perfect. Let’s walk you through the mapping basics and show you where to go next, depending on your needs.
Step 1: Create a MapTiler account
Workflows described in this documentation generally require you to be logged in to a MapTiler account. Creating one is fast, free, and with no obligations. 👉 Create account
Step 2: Get an API key
You need an API key to make any of our maps and services work, so create yours now to have it handy. 👉 Get your key here and learn how to protect it.
Step 3: Learn the basics (optional)
If you’re completely new to digital maps, we recommend getting familiar with the basic concepts. It’s not necessary, but it does make things easier. 👉 How maps work
Step 4: Build your map
Now for the exciting part. You’ve got data you want to visualize – like locations, routes, 3D models, live updates, historical maps, drone imagery – and you want to put it on a map. Here’s how:
These steps are universal enough for anyone, but developers might want to do them mostly programmatically. We have tools to make the job easier and plenty of examples for a quick start, including materials for open-source map libraries and popular frontend frameworks. See 👉 Developer resources
Other options and services
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Search & location services – add place search to your app, get elevation at any point, or locate your users to customize their experience. With or without a map.
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On-prem/offline setup – maintain complete control and secure access to your maps and data by using your own infrastructure, even completely offline:
- Self-host your maps with MapTiler Server
- Process your data on-prem with MapTiler Engine
More help
Got stuck and self-study resources don’t get you anywhere? Contact our support for real human-to-human help.
Happy mapping!