In today’s digital age, a cloud mapping platform transforms storytelling into an immersive, interactive experience. With MAPOG, you can create story maps on the cloud effortlessly—no GIS expertise needed. Whether you’re a student, planner, or traveler, our cloud-first approach brings your data to life through visual storytelling.
Why Use a Cloud Mapping Platform Like MAPOG for Storytelling?
Creating immersive stories with maps shouldn’t be limited to experts. MAPOG puts the power of spatial storytelling in everyone’s hands:
- No software installation – work directly from your browser
- Accessible anywhere – ideal for teams, students, or remote creators
- Interactive visualisations – make your data engaging and narrative-rich
- Advanced spatial tools – Use Isochrone maps, Nearby search, Nearest neighbour, Converter, Clip tool, and more for in-depth spatial analysis
- Interactive mapping tools – highlight routes, points, and journeys
- One-click sharing – publish your story with a link or embed it seamlessly in seconds
With MAPOG, creating story maps on the cloud is simple and intuitive. Our platform makes sure you focus on what matters: the story you want to tell.
Who Can Benefit from MAPOG?
This cloud mapping platform is versatile, with industry-specific applications designed to support a wide range of users:
- Students and educators – for interactive geography lessons and data projects
- Urban and regional planners – for zoning, infrastructure, and demographic analysis
- Wildlife and environmental researchers – for field mapping and monitoring
- Real estate professionals – to showcase properties and investment zones
- Travel and tourism brands – to build dynamic itineraries and travel maps
Whether you need a simple route map or a detailed multi-layered analysis, MAPOG has the tools to help you succeed in creating story maps on the cloud.
Using MAPOG’s Cloud Mapping Platform for My College Project:
As a college student working on a project titled “Backpacking Through India: Offbeat Culture Trails,” I wanted to create a compelling, interactive map that highlights hidden cultural gems, lesser-known villages, and vibrant local traditions across India.
Instead of relying on static maps or dull presentations, I turned to MAPOG’s cloud mapping platform—a tool that allowed me to visualise this journey with rich narratives and beautiful imagery, all pinned to a map.
With this cloud mapping platform, I could effortlessly bring my project to life, making it not just informative, but also engaging and immersive.
How to Use the MAPOG Cloud Mapping Platform to Share Stories
Sign in to your MAPOG account
Access the platform directly from your browser—no downloads needed.
Create a new map
Begin your storytelling journey by creating a new map. Add a title and a description to set the stage for your story.
Add points to your map (your story markers)
First , Click on Add Story
- You can add story points in multiple ways:
- Search by location name
- Enter latitude and longitude manually
- Drop a pin directly on the map
- Use AI to directly add story points
- For each point, you can:
- Add a title
- Include images, descriptions, and other details to bring your story to life
Enrich each point with content
Each location can hold a story. Add:
- Images / Company Logos
- Descriptions
- …and more to make each point stand out with narrative depth.
Preview and Share your interactive map
Once your map is ready, take a final look using the preview option to ensure every detail tells your story just right.
- Instantly generate a shareable link
- Embed your map into a website, blog, or presentation
- You have full control over visibility:
Share it Privately – limit access to specific users
Share it Publicly – allow anyone with the link to view your story
- Invite team members by email and Collaborate seamlessly by assigning roles:
- Editor – Can Only edit, add/remove story points, add viewer and contributor but cannot delete map or create admin.
- Contributor – Can contribute (add/edit/delete) only those parts which have been assigned to them
- Viewer – Only have access to the assigned part
- MAPOG’s collaborative tools ensure your stories are not just shared—but co-created, refined, and experienced together.
Start telling stories with MAPOG today.
At MAPOG, we believe that every map tells a story, and every user should have the tools to tell it well. Our cloud mapping platform to create and share story maps on the cloud is fast, intuitive, and built for real-world use across sectors.
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