Why OpenStreetMap ?

We want to democratise maps, your privacy is maintained and there are no back doors for advertisers. Just maps and data that don't sell you out!

Contribute

Volunteers create the maps for OpenStreetMap. It is easy to get started. Click here to find out how!

Developers

Developers can use the maps and data from OpenStreetMap directly in their projects. Find out how!

Membership

We are a voluntary organisation and would like to encourage you to become a member

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How can we help?

OpenStreetMaps is for everyone. Anyone can add information. You can start as easily as adding a postbox, defibrillator or naming a shop.

Beginners Tutorial

Step by Step Guide

How to create an account on OpenStreetMap.org and your first steps drawing buildings, naming buildings ...

For Historians

History and Archaeology

Video series by Anne-Karoline including mapping ringforts, ice-houses, windmills and Irish street names.

For Developers

Programmers love OpenStreetMaps

Maps can be added to websites easily. There are tutorials here for using leaflet.js, WordPress and mobile development

For Data Scientists

Your Data, Visualised!

Visualising your data using OpenStreetMaps has never been easier. Watch tutorials about OverpassTurbo and D3.

Mapping Tools

There are a variety of tools that can be used for contributing, analysing and visualising. Some of our favourites include:
No Computer, No Problem

No Computer, No Problem

Mobile Contributions

You can still contribute to the map without a computer. Our favourite mobile tools are StreetComplete (Android - download app) and OSMAnd (Android and iOS -download app).

Mapillary

Mapillary

Street View, but Open

If you would like to contribute street view imagery we recommend Mapillary. The street images from Mapillary can then be used to help with mapping tasks. Visit their website or download the app (Android or iOS).

Overpass Turbo

Overpass Turbo

To query the map

Overpass Turbo is a tool for advanced users and allows running queries against the map database. An example might be to show all car parks in an area.

JOSM

JOSM

Desktop Map Editor

JOSM is a Java application that can be used on Linux, Mac or Windows. This is an advanced tool for quicker editing for those who want to move on from the ID editor. Download here.

Missions

Missions

Tasks we are working on

We regularly run task missions to map particular places or themes. The OSM Ireland Task website is the best place to monitor what needs done.

Go Global

Go Global

Humanitarian Mapping

Provide map data to revolutionise disaster management, reduces risk, and contribute to achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Business

Business

Add a business to OpenStreetMap

Use OnOSM.org to easily add a business to the Map

News

Latest from Open Street Map in Ireland
statistics for the mapping of the Belfast task between February and August of 2026

Belfast task (#115) complete

The Belfast task had been created by Johnny on February 25 2026. It benefitted from the earlier Co. Down task which had seen East Belfast tackled. The tiles were small and the imagery (Bing) excellent, Read more

SW Limerick Task #114 Finished

On July 3rd, the SW Limerick task (#114) had been finished mapping on the task manager. Five contributors had worked on the task with b-unicycling having mapped 1055 and validating 2 tasks, jonnymccullagh having mapped Read more

Get in Touch

Get in touch over Telegram, discussion forums or online meetups

Telegram

You can chat to us on Telegram

Discussion Forums

The OpenStreetMap Ireland Category is here

Online Meetups

Upcoming mapathons are listed on EventBrite here. We try to hold monthly online sessions to chat and learn from others.

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