Google Mapplets (Deprecated)

Note: The Google Mapplets API has been officially deprecated as of May 19, 2010. Existing Mapplets will continute to be supported, but no new Mapplets will be accepted into the Mapplets Gallery.

What are Mapplets?

Mapplets are mini-applications that run within Google Maps. You can create Mapplets that add new features or overlay your data on Google Maps.

Mapplets are similar to the Maps API. The main difference is that Mapplets run on Google Maps, while the traditional Maps API is used to create maps on other websites.

Why create Mapplets?

• Mapplets expose your brand to millions of Google Maps users while letting you control the content.
• You can link back to your website and monetize your Mapplet as you see fit.
• Google provides free hosting, free bandwidth, and an official directory where users from all around the world can find your Mapplet.
• Mapplets are so easy to write that you can create your first one in just 5 minutes!
• There's no special signup and nothing you need to download.