Much like with torrent files, you aren’t required to contribute to download. Unlike Google Maps, it depends on the generous data donations of its user base. IOS, Android, and Fire apps available through OsmAnd (see above)Īccessible only on a standard web browserĪs an open-source mapping project, OpenStreetMap does not rely on providing data to advertisers.
Is an open-source map app using donated dataĭoesn’t force you to provide data if you don’t want toĭoes not use behavior advertising (because it’s user-supported) #3: Stay off the data radar with OpenStreetMap If you know about road closures but still prefer turn-by-turn navigation, HERE WeGo has you covered. It offers easy drag-and-drop customization of routes. HERE WeGo is also just generally more robust.
Open map application Offline#
Thankfully, you can download offline maps to step around this to some degree. But its focus on non-personal data is still a step up from Google Maps. This puts HERE WeGo on a weaker level than OsmAnd, enabling it to share non-personal data with third-party providers.
“We do not associate your Location Data or Place Information with your other personal information, such as HERE account, unless you have asked us to do so.” It covers 200 countries and has 21 million vehicles providing real-time data.ĭespite the real-time data claim, here’s an excerpt from HERE WeGo’s privacy policy: HERE WeGo is a Google Maps alternative with 35 years of experience in making maps. Uses behavioral advertising (you can turn this off) Deletes timestamps after you use the mobile app
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