OnlineKarten

OnlineKarten is an online mapping and geolocation service that provides interactive maps, routing, and geospatial data for consumers, developers, and businesses. It offers map visualization, search, and location-based services through web and mobile platforms.

Key features include vector and raster map layers, satellite imagery, terrain data, route planning with turn‑by‑turn directions, multi‑modal routing (driving, walking, cycling, public transit), real-time traffic and transit updates, geocoding, reverse geocoding, and points of interest.

The service supports developers via APIs and SDKs, allowing embedding maps, customizing styling, and integrating location search, routing, and geocoding into applications. Data sources include licensed map data, open data, and user-contributed content subject to moderation.

Availability and licensing: OnlineKarten operates on a freemium model with tiered plans for individuals, businesses, and enterprises. It emphasizes privacy controls, data protection, and user consent; location data collection is optional and can be limited or disabled.

History and impact: Emerging from a German tech initiative in the 2010s, OnlineKarten positioned itself as an alternative to larger mapping platforms, with a focus on regional data coverage, multilingual support, and transparency about data usage.

Related topics include geographic information systems, cartography, geospatial data, and open data.