Volunteers create the maps for OpenStreetMap. It is easy to get started. Click here to find out how!
Developers can use the maps and data from OpenStreetMap directly in their projects. Find out how!
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Visualising your data using OpenStreetMaps has never been easier. Watch tutorials about OverpassTurbo and D3.
You can still contribute to the map without a computer. Our favourite mobile tools are StreetComplete (Android - download app) and OSMAnd (Android and iOS -download app).
If you would like to contribute street view imagery we recommend Mapillary. The street images from Mapillary can then be used to help with mapping tasks. Visit their website or download the app (Android or iOS).
Overpass Turbo is a tool for advanced users and allows running queries against the map database. An example might be to show all car parks in an area.
JOSM is a Java application that can be used on Linux, Mac or Windows. This is an advanced tool for quicker editing for those who want to move on from the ID editor. Download here.
We regularly run task missions to map particular places or themes. The OSM Ireland Task website is the best place to monitor what needs done.
Provide map data to revolutionise disaster management, reduces risk, and contribute to achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Use OnOSM.org to easily add a business to the Map
The Ohsome website allows generating statitics but expects the input as a list of coordinates rather than geojson. The first step is to download a goejson shape of the project from the Task Server – Read more
After close to three years, the task of mapping all the buildings* in Co. Down was completed 13th March 2026. Progress was typified by larger squares in the earlier years of the project (poor design Read more
OpenStreetMap Ireland and Queen’s University Belfast hosted a mapping event on 21st Feb 2026 to introduce new users to contributing to the map. We started with a presentation by Jonny and Conor explaining the benefits Read more
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The OpenStreetMap Ireland Category is here
Upcoming mapathons are listed on EventBrite here. We try to hold monthly online sessions to chat and learn from others.
