Organic Maps is a free, open-source navigation app that works completely offline. Forked from MAPS.ME in 2021, it was rebuilt from the ground up with a privacy-first philosophy — no ads, no tracking, no data collection whatsoever. The app uses OpenStreetMap data and is developed by a global community of contributors.

Key Features

• Fully offline maps and turn-by-turn navigation for driving, cycling, and walking
• Hiking and cycling trails with elevation profiles and contour lines
• Bookmark and organize favorite places, import KML/KMZ/GPX tracks
• Built-in search for places, addresses, and points of interest — all offline
• Dark mode, automatic map rotation, and 3D building views
• Lightweight: small app size and low battery usage compared to Google Maps
• Available on iOS and Android, completely free with no in-app purchases

Privacy and Security

Organic Maps collects absolutely no user data. There are no analytics, no telemetry, no crash reporting, no advertising identifiers — nothing. The app works entirely offline and never contacts external servers unless you manually trigger a map download. The source code is fully open and auditable on GitHub, so anyone can verify these privacy claims. No account is needed to use the app.

Ideal For

• Privacy-conscious users who want zero-tracking navigation
• Travelers who need reliable offline maps without roaming data
• Hikers and cyclists looking for trail maps and elevation data
• Anyone who wants a fast, lightweight alternative to Google Maps