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Questions,
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Everything you need to know about creating, saving, exporting, and selling with Mapform Studio.
Creating maps
What can I make with Mapform?
Mapform includes City, Star, and Race studios. City maps turn a place into a street-based poster, Star maps recreate the night sky for a date and location, and Race maps turn a route or race memory into a personalized print.
Do I need design experience?
No. Start with a location or route, choose a visual direction, and adjust the details in the studio. The controls are designed to feel familiar to creative tools while keeping the mapmaking steps guided.
Can I edit a saved map later?
Yes. When you are signed in, saved projects appear in your map library. You can reopen, rename, duplicate, or delete them.
How accurate is the map data?
City search and street geometry are based on OpenStreetMap data. Race routes can come from a route file, an OpenStreetMap course, or an approximate preset. Always review labels, route shape, and event details before exporting or selling a design.
Downloads and printing
What file formats can I download?
Free accounts can explore the studio and use standard digital exports. A one-map credit unlocks commercial 300-DPI PNG and print-ready PDF downloads for one saved design. Creator and Studio members also have access to these export formats.
Are the files ready for a professional printer?
Paid PDF exports are prepared at the selected poster dimensions and include print-ready output. Printer requirements vary, so confirm the requested size, paper, color settings, and bleed with your print provider before placing a large order.
Does Mapform ship printed posters?
Not through the public studio today. Mapform currently focuses on digital downloads. Optional seller automation may connect an owner's Etsy and Printful accounts, but it is separate from the self-service download experience.
Can I use my exports commercially?
Creator and Studio are designed for commercial map exports. You remain responsible for reviewing your design, respecting third-party rights and map attribution requirements, and following the rules of any marketplace or printer you use.
Plans and billing
What is the difference between Creator and Studio?
Creator is for individual sellers who need high-resolution PNGs, print-ready PDFs, and unlimited saved projects. Studio adds reusable brand presets, batch project creation, expanded poster workflows, and priority support for higher-volume work.
How does the Studio batch workflow work?
Create a reusable brand preset, download the CSV template, add one project per row, verify the locations, and create the projects together. Every result is saved as an editable project in your library before export.
How do I manage or cancel a subscription?
Open your account page and choose Manage billing. Stripe's secure billing portal handles payment details, plan changes, invoices, and cancellation.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The Free plan lets you explore all three generators and save projects while Mapform is in beta. For commercial, high-resolution, and print-ready exports, choose a one-map credit or a Creator or Studio subscription.
Account and support
Can I sign in with Google?
Yes. Google sign-in is available alongside email and password. Mapform receives the basic account information needed to create and identify your account; it does not request access to your Google Drive, contacts, or email.
Where are my projects stored?
Signed-in projects and account records are stored securely with Mapform's database provider. Some interface preferences, such as light or dark studio mode, are stored in your browser.
How do I delete my account or request data deletion?
Sign in, open your Account page, and use the permanent deletion option under Account settings. This cancels an active Mapform subscription and removes your account, saved projects, brand presets, and uploaded project assets. For a broader privacy request, use the contact form; we may need to verify your identity.