The fast sketch tool for analysts who already know GIS

Drop in your KML, Shapefile or GeoJSON. Mark it up in minutes and send a link to teammates who do not have a GIS license. Free to start.

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4.7 / 5 · 200 reviews on G2

A GIS analyst map with imported shapefile layers, sketch markup and labeled points over a satellite view

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“I am the GIS Analyst for the city. Scribble Maps is a fantastic, easy-to-use, intuitive piece of software that has helped me share maps with departments that don't have GIS access.”

Verified User GIS Analyst via G2

Why Scribble Maps for GIS Analysts

Import the formats you already use

Drop in KML, Shapefile, GeoJSON, GPX or CSV. View your layers on a real basemap with the rest of the project.

Sketch and mark up in minutes

Skip the heavy desktop tool for quick concept work. Draw, label and color code in a browser tab.

Share with non-GIS teammates

Send a link to a planner, a manager or a council member. They open it in any browser. No installs and no GIS license.

Built for GIS Analysts teams

A concept map with quick sketch markup and labeled points over a satellite view of a study area

Quick concept maps

Sketch the first version of a concept map without firing up the full GIS. Draw, label and share in minutes.

A clean map view designed for sharing with non-technical stakeholders showing labeled features

Sharing with non-GIS departments

Build a map for a department that does not have GIS access. Send the link and let them click around the data without any training.

A QA review map with imported polygon layers overlaid on a satellite basemap with annotation marks

Layer review and QA

Drop in a Shapefile or GeoJSON to review the data on a real basemap. Spot the gaps before the layer goes into the official map.

A public-facing map embed with clean styling and labeled points for a city information page

Public-facing map embeds

Embed a clean live map on a city site, a project page or a public dashboard. Update the source map and the embed shows the new view.

Features that matter

Free plan for analysts
Import KML, Shapefile, GeoJSON, GPX and CSV
Real satellite, street and terrain basemaps
Measure distances, areas and bearings
Travel-time isochrones for catchment work
Export to PDF, PNG, KML or GeoJSON
Embed live maps in any web page
Share view-only or edit links
Lite mobile app at lite.scribblemaps.com for field check-ins
Works on desktop, tablet and phone browsers
No installs and no logins for shared map viewers

Scribble AI

Build maps with plain English

Tell Scribble AI what you need. Try “draw a 500m buffer around every site,” “import this CSV and color by status,” or “measure the route from the depot to each stop.” It does it in seconds. No GIS training needed, and your team gets the same map, ready to share.

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What customers are saying

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“I am the GIS Analyst for the city. Scribble Maps is a fantastic, easy-to-use, intuitive piece of software that has helped me share maps with departments that don't have GIS access.”

— Verified User GIS Analyst

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“Helps the user to import, overlay various data related to a location and draw it on the map and analyze it.”

— Mohammed S. Program Manager

Frequently asked questions

Can I import Shapefile and KML?

Yes. Drop in KML, Shapefile, GeoJSON, GPX or CSV and view your layers on a real basemap.

Can I share a map with someone who does not have a GIS license?

Yes. Click Share, copy the link and send it. They open it in any browser. No install and no account.

Can I embed a live map on a public site?

Yes. Copy the embed code and drop it into your page. Update the source map and the embed shows the new view.

Is there a free plan?

Yes. Scribble Maps is free for individuals and small teams. See the pricing page for larger imports, private maps and admin controls.

Can I export back to my GIS?

Yes. Export to KML or GeoJSON and bring the data back into ArcGIS, QGIS or any other tool.

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