Maps on your website – clearly explained
How to add a map, which alternatives to Google exist, and how to get a map without an API key. Each guide comes with step-by-step instructions.
How to add a map to your websiteGoogle embed, Google My Maps, OpenStreetMap or a map plugin: what each one can do, step by step.Read more
Google Maps alternative for your websiteMaps without an API key, a credit card or data sent to Google, and how to switch in WordPress.Read more
Google Maps API alternativesMap tiles, geocoding and routing without a Google key or billing account. Plus a WordPress plugin that needs no key.Read more
WordPress map plugins comparedWP Go Maps, WP Maps, MapPress, Leaflet Map, OSM and Map Studio: which one fits your site?Read more
Map plugins testedEight plugins, the same map: page weight, other servers and which ones wait until the map is seen.See the results
WP Go Maps alternativeAn honest comparison: what WP Go Maps does well, where Map Studio differs, and how to switch.Read more
WP Maps alternativeAn honest comparison: what WP Maps does well, where Map Studio differs, and how to switch.Read more
WP Store Locator alternativeAn honest comparison: where a dedicated store locator wins, where Map Studio differs, and how to switch.Read more
FreeStore locator for WordPressLocations from a spreadsheet, with search, filters, “Near me” and opening hours. And when a dedicated plugin is the better fit.Read more
FreeInteractive map makerYour own pins, popups, areas and routes: the tools at a glance, then step by step in WordPress.Read more
Elementor map with your own markersWhere Elementor’s Google Maps widget stops, and how to get a map with your own markers without Google.Read more
OpenStreetMap in WordPressiframe, Leaflet plugin or map editor: three ways compared, and moving from Google My Maps.Read more
Google Maps and the GDPRWhat happens when you embed Google Maps, two-click, consent tools, OpenStreetMap and your own map data.Read more
Mapbox alternative for WordPressVector maps without an account or access token: MapLibre, OpenStreetMap, OpenFreeMap.Read more
Snazzy Maps alternativeA styled map in your brand colours, made without Google Maps, an API key or billing.Read more
FreeEvent map makerFestival, fair, conference or wedding: stages, entrances, food and first aid on a real map, with the way there.Read more
FreeDelivery area mapDraw your delivery or service zones, label them and show their size. Useful for restaurants, couriers and trades.Read more
Google My Maps alternativeExport your map as KML, import it and give it your own look, all without Google.Read more
How to get a Google Maps API keyCreate, restrict and pay for the key, and find out when you don’t need one at all.Read more
Google Maps API cost calculatorEnter your visitors and see what a Google map costs per month, with the current free calls and prices.Calculate
Map Studio – free
OpenStreetMap maps in your own design, without an account or an API key.