Terms and Conditions
Last updated: January 2026
By using MapMaker.io ("the Website"), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. About the Website
MapMaker.io is a free online tool for creating and customizing maps. Our service allows you to design world maps, country maps, state maps, and other geographic visualizations with custom colors, labels, and formats.
2. Use of Content
Maps created using MapMaker.io are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license. This means:
- You may use, share, and adapt the maps for any purpose, including commercial use
- You must provide appropriate attribution to MapMaker.io
- If you modify or build upon the maps, you must distribute your contributions under the same CC BY-SA 4.0 license
3. Attribution Requirements
When using maps created with MapMaker.io, you must provide attribution such as "Map created with MapMaker.io" or "Source: MapMaker.io" along with a link to our website when possible.
Maps created using the US state county maps or the US counties map are based on map data by MapSVG, licensed under CC BY 4.0. When sharing or publishing those maps, you must also credit MapSVG in addition to MapMaker.io, for example: "Map data by MapSVG (mapsvg.com), CC BY 4.0. Created with MapMaker.io."
4. Acceptable Use
You agree to use MapMaker.io only for lawful purposes. You may not:
- Use the service to create content that is illegal, harmful, or offensive
- Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the Website or its servers
- Use automated systems to access the Website in a manner that exceeds reasonable use
- Misrepresent MapMaker.io or claim affiliation with us without permission
5. External Links
The Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party sites.
6. No Warranties
The Website is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy in our geographic data and tools, we make no guarantees about the accuracy or completeness of the maps produced. Your use of the Website is at your own risk.
7. Limitation of Liability
MapMaker.io shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from your use of the Website, the maps you create, or reliance on its content.
8. Changes to the Website
We may update, modify, or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without notice. This includes changes to features, map templates, and available formats.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Continued use of the Website means you accept the updated terms.
10. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our contact page.