Basemaps | CARTO (original) (raw)
Use a quality basemap for your maps & applications, visualizing vector & raster data with clarity & precision. Take your cartography to new levels.
What are basemaps?
A basemap is a reference map on which users can overlay multiple layers of spatial or geographic data upon, such as vector or raster data.
Millions of users rely on CARTO basemaps for their applications - relying on our high-quality cartography to tell stories and gain insights through their location data.
How can I use CARTO basemaps?
For commercial purposes, you will need an Enterprise license to ensure you have the best basemaps available for your project. To find out more about pricing, request a demo & we’ll be able to discuss your use case with you. Our basemaps can be used for free in applications and visualizations by CARTO grantees (full T&Cs available here).
Why use CARTO basemaps?
Regular updates
Continuous data updates based on open data sources such as OpenStreetMap.
Scalable & performant
All maps are cached through a global CDN with more than 30 POPs providing highly accurate maps.
Designed by cartographers
The clearest & most beautiful maps out there. Nobody likes an ugly map, after all.
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