OsmAnd — Maps & GPS Offline

OsmAnd is a mobile application that allows users to access maps and navigation features. It is an open source app, meaning that the source code is freely available for anyone to view and modify. The app does not collect any user data, and users have control over what data the app can access. This ensures privacy and security for users.

The main features of OsmAnd include a map view, GPS navigation, route planning and recording, and the ability to create points with different functionalities. The map view allows users to choose what places they want to see on the map, such as attractions, food options, and health services. Users can also search for specific places by address, name, coordinates, or category. The app offers various map styles for different activities, such as touring, nautical, winter and ski, topographic, desert, and off-road. Users can also overlay different sources of maps on top of each other for a more comprehensive view.

The GPS navigation feature allows users to plot a route to a destination without an internet connection. The app also offers customizable navigation profiles for different vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, bicycles, 4x4s, pedestrians, boats, and public transport. Users can also change the constructed route to avoid certain roads or road surfaces. The app provides customizable information widgets about the route, such as distance, speed, remaining travel time, and distance to turn.

Route planning and recording is another useful feature of OsmAnd. Users can plot a route point by point using one or multiple navigation profiles. They can also record their route using GPX tracks and manage them by displaying their own or imported tracks on the map. The app also provides visual data about the route, such as descents/ascents and distances. Users can even share their GPX tracks in OpenStreetMap.

OsmAnd also offers the ability to create points with different functionalities, such as favorites, markers, and audio/video notes. This allows users to customize their map and add personal notes or reminders.

In addition to these features, OsmAnd also has a large community of users around the world, providing documentation and support for the app. There are also paid features available, such as Maps+ and OsmAnd Pro. Maps+ offers additional features such as Android Auto support, unlimited map downloads, and offline Wikipedia and Wikivoyage travel guides. OsmAnd Pro offers even more features, including OsmAnd Cloud for backup and restore, hourly map updates, and support for external sensors like ANT+ and Bluetooth. With these features, OsmAnd provides a comprehensive and customizable mapping and navigation experience for its users.