Frame Map Downloader

Frame Map Downloader is a desktop application for selecting, previewing, downloading and exporting map imagery from frame-based online map views. The application was formerly known as Apple Maps Downloader and is developed by User:TarekW.

It is intended for GIS, cartography, archaeology, remote sensing and other workflows where map imagery needs to be captured and exported for offline processing.

Features

Download imagery from frame-based online map views

Interactive map preview

Geographic area selection

Adjustable download settings

GeoTIFF export

BigTIFF export for large map areas

Web Mercator / EPSG:3857 workflows

Suitable for GIS and remote-sensing applications

Windows desktop application

QGIS-related workflows

Linux version available through Snap

Former name

Frame Map Downloader was formerly known as Apple Maps Downloader.

The earlier name is still used by some related project resources, including the GitHub repository, QGIS plugin and Linux Snap package.

OpenStreetMap and map usage

Frame Map Downloader is designed for downloading imagery from compatible online map views.

Users are responsible for complying with the terms of service, licences, attribution requirements and download policies of the respective map or imagery provider.

When OpenStreetMap-based services are used, the usage policy of the selected tile or map provider must be respected. The public OpenStreetMap tile servers should not be used for unrestricted bulk downloading.