Ethermap is a free web page where you can create collaborative maps and share them in read-only mode. Collaborators can enable editing tools by entering a password. Unlike Google My Maps, it doesn't require associating an account with its service; you just have to visit the website and start creating collaborative maps.
Features
Some features of Ethermap include:
- Adding markers
- Adding information
- Saving the preview
- Exporting the map as JSON code
- Sharing the map via a URL link
- Among other functions
Create collaborative maps online with Ethermap
First, go to Ethermap. Once on the website, name your map so the platform offers you the editing tools. Then the environment will ask for location permissions (you can decline them). To determine the initial position on the map, move around the map with the mouse cursor.
To set the starting marker, click 'Add marker'. This action opens a dialog where you should add the marker name, a description, and highlight it with a color. Once done, save your work by clicking 'Save current view'.
How to share the map
To share the map, simply click 'Share map' and copy the URL link that the environment gives you (to share with collaborators). People will see the same map as you and access the same editing tools. From the 'Export data' option, you'll get the JSON code to save the completed map.
Share the map in read-only mode
If you want to share the map in read-only mode without users having editing options enabled, the first thing you have to do is set a password for the map. To do this, click 'Map settings'. Once done, when you share the map it will be in read-only mode. Only by entering the password will the editing options be enabled.
Ethermap is a very good free service that allows you to easily create collaborative maps without registering. It's true that it doesn't have as many functions as Google Maps, but you can work as a team and securely.
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