Creative Minds WordPress Multi Location Map

Website

cminds.com

Pricing URL

Official Creative Minds WordPress Multi Location Map Pricing

$ Details

paid $59.0 / Annually (Essential)

Release Date

2015 November

Categories

#WordPress #WordPress Plugins #Geolocation #Maps #Store Locator

OpenStreetMap

Website

openstreetmap.org

Pricing URL

-

$ Details

Release Date

-

Categories

#Maps #Web Mapping #Collaborative Maps #Travel & Location

Creative Minds WordPress Multi Location Map features and specs

• Place Locations on Google maps
  Display the location on Google Terrain, Satellite or regular Map layout
• Add description and images to each location
  Each location can have several images together with a detailed description
• Show all locations on a unique map
  All locations can be displayed in an index page listing all available locations. Index page includes both a map with all available locations and a textual list
• User Dashboard
  Allow users to see all their posted locations in a dashboard. Let them add new locations or control the status of existing
• Option to share location map
  Let users share the link to the location
• Polygon support
  Add lines, rectangle or circle shapes to your locations and mark large areas. Customize look and feel
• Track users location
  Let users share their geolocation and display it on a map in real time
• Create location based on user location
  User current location while using a mobile app can be shown on the custom map along the marked location. User can request for navigation information to the location if available
• Waze and Google Directions support
  This feature allows to automatically add links to Waze and Google directions for each location that you create
• Temporary locations and polygons
  The plugin allows to create temporary locations and polygons. These locations and polygons will be visible on the index map for the specific period of time and can be found later by users using date and time filters
• Images and video
  Images and video can be added to each location page
• Location Page display templates
  Choose between several display templates to support use case such as a store locator, store list, store map, point of interest and more
• Set icon per each location
  Override location category icon with a unique icon per each specific location or upload your own icon. You can also extend the icons preset with custom icons
• Six Themes
  Six themes including basic, retro, night and fancy themes
• Tiles/Layers support
  Show traffic cycle, transport and more information with additional layers on top of the map via tiles from OSM (OpenStreetMap) or any other service
• Categories Support
  Place locations in categories and assign a unique icon for each category. Filter and display locations by category
• Tags Support
  Tags can be added to locations and allow filtering of locations by tag
• Taxonomies and category filtering
  Each location can be indexed under several custom taxonomies. Locations can be filtered using taxonomies to sort
• Search location using zip, radius and text
  Searching locations supports: description, addresses, locations name, zip code and certain radius from a zip code
• Import and export from CSV/KML/GPX
  Import and export locations using KML, GPX or CSV format
• API Support
  API support for submitting user location and temporary locations
• Shortcodes support
  Several shortcodes are supported. Shortcodes can be embedded in posts and show a single location, a unique map with all locations in a category, and more
• Widgets support
  The plugin has a set of useful widgets
• Weather information
  Weather information is shown near each location
• Disclaimer
  A disclaimer can be shown before the user adds the first location. User needs to approve the disclaimer in order to add a location
• RTL support
  Supports right-to-left languages
• Customize Labels
  Easily modify all text labels and messages in the plugin settings
• Access Control
  Set which role can create or view locations
• Location moderation and notifications
  Let admin moderate user location postings. Send notification to admin when a new location is posted and waiting for moderation. The user receives a notification when location posting is accepted
• CM Reviews Integration
  Allow users to rate and write reviews on each location page (requires installing the CM Reviews and Rating plugin)

OpenStreetMap features and specs

• Open Source
  OpenStreetMap (OSM) is an open-source project, allowing free access to map data and the ability to contribute and modify the maps. This encourages widespread collaboration and innovation.
• Up-to-date Information
  Due to its large community of contributors, OSM often has up-to-date and detailed information, especially in urban areas. Users can quickly add new roads, businesses, and other updates.
• Customization
  Users have the flexibility to customize maps for specific needs, such as creating specialized maps for hiking, cycling, or public transportation.
• Global Coverage
  OSM offers extensive global coverage, which can be especially useful in regions where commercial map services might be limited or outdated.
• Ethical and Transparent
  Being community-driven and open, OSM provides a more ethical choice compared to commercial alternatives that may have hidden data collection practices.

Possible disadvantages of OpenStreetMap

• Data Quality Variability
  The quality and detail of the data can vary significantly between different regions depending on the number and expertise of local contributors.
• Learning Curve
  For new users, especially those unfamiliar with GIS (Geographic Information System) concepts, there can be a learning curve to effectively use and contribute to OSM.
• Lack of Professional Support
  Unlike commercial map services, OSM does not offer professional customer support, which can be a disadvantage for businesses requiring reliable assistance.
• Potential for Inaccuracies
  As a crowd-sourced project, there is a potential for inaccuracies or vandalism, which might not be immediately corrected.
• Performance
  Some users may experience slower performance when loading large datasets or using complex features, due to reliance on third-party servers and tools.

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