PaintMyMap

PaintMyMap — Create and customize maps online

About PaintMyMap

PaintMyMap.com is an online custom map maker that lets you create, style, and export beautiful maps in minutes. Choose a world, continent, or country map—or upload your own data (GeoJSON, TopoJSON, Shapefiles, KML, CSV)—then paint regions, add labels and a legend, and export a high‑quality image or PDF.

Key features

  • Create custom maps online with an intuitive editor
  • Upload your own data: GeoJSON, TopoJSON, Shapefiles, KML, CSV
  • Paint regions with colors, labels, and a draggable legend
  • Choose from popular projections (Mercator, Robinson, Winkel Tripel, and more)
  • Export crisp PNG, JPG, or PDF for web, print, and presentations
  • No account required to get started

Who is PaintMyMap for?

  • Educators & students: Classroom visuals, assignments, and reports
  • Professionals: Decks, dashboards, and editorial graphics
  • Researchers: Publication‑ready figures and data maps
  • Hobbyists: Travel maps and personal projects

How it works

  1. Select a map (or upload your own data)
  2. Customize & paint with colors, labels, and projections
  3. Export & share as PNG, JPG, or PDF

New here? Read the step‑by‑step tutorial or start a map now.

Is this free?

Yes. All built‑in base maps are free to use. No account is required.

Attribution and license

Maps you create with PaintMyMap are free for private and commercial use. Attribution is recommended when you publish or embed, but not required. A simple credit such as "Created with PaintMyMap.com" is perfect.

  • Keep the built‑in “Created with PaintMyMap” tag (if shown), or
  • Add a link to the homepage, or
  • Include a short text attribution near the map (caption/credits).

Who’s behind this?

PaintMyMap is built by a single, map‑obsessed developer. If you need a custom version, new features, or a special map for your organization, please get in touch.

FAQ

Do I need an account?

No. You can create and export maps without signing in.

Can I use my own data?

Yes. Upload GeoJSON/TopoJSON files (and more via converters) from the toolbar to render your own regions.

Can I save and resume later?

Use Export/Import state to save a JSON of your session and load it back anytime.

What formats can I export?

PNG, JPG, and PDF. PDF is ideal for print.

Feedback and ideas are welcome. PaintMyMap is growing and your input helps shape the roadmap.