Map Explorer helps you explore places, optionally track routes, save bookmarks, and keep a personal record of your map activity on your device.
Start and stop exploration tracking
Open Map Explorer, grant location permission when prompted, and use the app's tracking control to begin recording an exploration or route. Use the same in-app control to stop tracking whenever you are finished.
Why background location is requested
If you enable tracking, Map Explorer may request background location so a route can continue while the app is not visible on screen. You can stop tracking in the app at any time or revoke location permission in your device settings.
Bookmarks and media
Create a bookmark from the app's bookmark control, then add a category and supported media if you choose. On iOS, bookmarks may include photos; on Android, they may include photos or videos where supported. To remove a bookmark or its media, open that bookmark and use its delete control.
Back up, export, and import map data
Use Map Explorer's export feature to save a local data file, then choose where to store or share it through your operating system. To restore data, use the import feature and select an export file you saved previously. Map Explorer does not provide cloud backup, so keep exported files in a location you can access later.
Notifications and privacy choices
You can manage notifications, location, camera, photo-library, and media permissions in your device settings. Where available, you can manage advertising consent and privacy choices through the app or the applicable provider's controls.
Troubleshooting
- No location: Confirm location services are enabled for your device and that Map Explorer has the needed location permission. For tracking, allow the level of access requested by the app.
- Map is not updating: Check your network connection, make sure location services are active, and reopen the app. If the issue persists, restart your device and check for an app update.
- Restoring data: Import a file created by Map Explorer's export feature. If the file is unavailable, check the storage location or sharing destination you chose when exporting it.
Contact support
Email sengelking@cygnusx.com for help with Map Explorer.
You can also use the Cygnus X contact page.
More information
Read the Map Explorer Privacy Policy or return to Map Explorer.