Scribble Maps is excited to announce the launch of ScribbleSight , a powerful new tool that lets you evaluate and compare locations using natural language and real-world data. Whether you're looking for the perfect neighbourhood, identifying retail expansion opportunities, or analyzing markets across a city grid, ScribbleSight delivers the insight you need, faster than ever. How It Works ScribbleSight combines AI with dynamic mapping to turn your search into location intelligence. You tell it what you're looking for, and it builds a data-driven scorecard and heat map showing the best-matching areas. Try queries like: “Affordable neighbourhoods with great schools and dog parks.” “Areas near four-star coffee shops and coworking spaces.” “Quiet suburbs within a 10-minute bike ride to a train station.” ScribbleSight processes your request, evaluates every grid square, and visualizes the results in seconds. What’s Under the Hood? Dynamic Grid Analysis – ...

Still sharing your maps in a Google Drive folder? Scribble Maps now lets you turn them into paid digital products — no plugins, no code, just income. Whether you're an outdoor guide, educator, activist, or solo traveller, your map isn’t just a tool—it’s a story. And now, it can be a source of income, support, or community impact. With Sell & Fundraise , Scribble Maps lets you turn your interactive maps into fundraising pages, product storefronts, or premium content hubs —with no extra plugins or platforms. 🔥 Map Monetization Features What is Sell & Fundraise? Sell & Fundraise is Scribble Maps’ built-in monetization feature. With secure Stripe integration and no technical setup required, you can: Sell access to your maps (one-time, subscription, or pay-what-you-want) Accept donations for causes tied to specific locations Add branded payment forms directly inside your map Ideal for: 📦 Creators: Sell neighbourhood guides or digital trail maps 🎓 Educators: D...

Your mapping workflow just levelled up. We’re thrilled to announce that Scribble Maps is now officially integrated with Google Drive , available in the Google Workspace Marketplace . That means no more toggling between tools, manually uploading files, or worrying about version control. You can now open, edit, and collaborate on your mapping files directly from Google Drive. Whether you're working with GeoJSON, KML, SHP, GPKG, CSV, or GPX , Scribble Maps handles it instantly. 🗺️ Why This Matters For planners, field teams, educators, and analysts alike, this integration is a game-changer. Scribble Maps is built for real work , not just visualizations. Now, that work happens right where your data lives . Open geospatial files directly from Drive—no downloads required Edit on desktop or mobile , instantly Collaborate in real-time with your team using familiar Google tools Perform advanced tasks like buffer zones , polygon editing , filtering , and spatial analysis,...

Scribble maps has partnered with Skywatch to bring satellite imagery and satellite tasking to Scribble Maps. SkyWatch grants access to over 400 satellites, offering critical data for industries such as agriculture, urban planning, and environmental conservation. Scribble Maps simplifies geographic visualization, making powerful mapping tools accessible to a wide range of users. A standout feature of this partnership is the Automatic Polygon Minimum Area Compliance (APMAC) system, a patent-pending innovation that allows users to order satellite imagery without being restricted by minimum area requirements. This system automatically adjusts the user's selected area to meet provider-imposed minimums, streamlining the purchasing process and improving the user experience. In addition to APMAC, users can now perform advanced band analysis directly within Scribble Maps. This includes: NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index): Monitor vegetation health and growth. NDWI (Normalized ...

Mapping projects today have access to an incredible wealth of information, thanks to the availability of open-source data. This rich resource can transform basic maps into detailed narratives that offer profound insights. Utilizing open-source data allows for an exploration of hidden stories and trends, making maps not just tools for navigation but also for discovery. It’s about leveraging available data to reveal the layers of information beneath the surface, offering a deeper understanding of the world around us. The power of open-source data lies in its ability to make complex information accessible and understandable to everyone. By integrating diverse data sets—from population demographics to environmental changes—mappers can create comprehensive visuals that tell a story far beyond simple geography. This approach empowers users to not just see locations but to understand the dynamics that shape them. Given the sea of open-source data, pinpointing the right dataset becomes crucia...

Pioneering the Future of Data-Driven GIS and Optimization What is Scribble Maps? For over a decade, Scribble Maps has been known as a web-based mapping tool allowing users to create and share custom maps. It is recognized for its user-friendly interface that does not require extensive GIS (Geographic Information Systems) expertise, making it accessible to a wide range of users, including educators, businesses, and casual users interested in mapping. Key features of Scribble Maps include Easy Drawing Tools : Users can draw on maps, and add markers, text, and shapes to create detailed and customized maps. Layer Management : It allows for the creation and management of layers, enabling users to organize complex maps with multiple data sets easily. Import and Export Capabilities : Scribble Maps supports importing data from various formats (like KML, GPX, and CSV) and exporting maps to different formats, making it versatile for data sharing and integration with other GIS tools. Sharing and ...