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Powering the World's Maps

OSGeo software runs on billions of devices - from your phone to global infrastructure. Every map you use likely depends on our 62+ open source projects.

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Powering critical infrastructure at:

NASA ESA United Nations OpenStreetMap + Billions of devices

62+

Open Source Projects

B+

Devices Worldwide

Years Powering Maps

M+

Users Globally

Invisible Infrastructure, Global Impact

Every time you use a map on your phone, check a weather forecast, or navigate to a destination, there's a good chance OSGeo software made it possible.

On Every Device

GDAL, the geospatial translator library, is embedded in applications on billions of phones and computers. It quietly powers the mapping features you use every day.

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Mapping the Globe

PostGIS databases store and serve the world's geospatial data - from OpenStreetMap to government agencies, enterprises, and humanitarian organizations worldwide.

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Millions of Users

QGIS has become the go-to GIS for professionals, researchers, and students. With millions of downloads, it's democratizing access to powerful geographic analysis.

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Global Infrastructure

The Software Behind the Maps

Production-ready tools trusted by governments, enterprises, researchers, and billions of end users worldwide

QGIS Desktop

Used by millions of GIS professionals, researchers, and students worldwide. The most popular free desktop GIS for creating, analyzing, and publishing geospatial data.

Desktop

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GeoServer

Powers web mapping for thousands of organizations globally. Serves geospatial data using open standards to any application or device.

Web Mapping

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PostGIS

The world’s most advanced open source spatial database. Stores and analyzes massive geospatial datasets for enterprises, governments, and platforms like OpenStreetMap.

Database

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GDAL/OGR

The “Swiss Army knife” of geospatial. Embedded in virtually every mapping application on Earth - from your phone’s maps to satellite imagery processing systems.

Library

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GRASS GIS

40+ years of geospatial innovation. A powerful analysis engine with 500+ modules used in scientific research, environmental monitoring, and land management worldwide.

Desktop

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OpenLayers

Powers interactive maps across millions of websites. The go-to JavaScript library for building web mapping applications that reach users everywhere.

Web Mapping

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Global Initiatives

Driving open geospatial technology forward through education, events, and collaboration

FOSS4G Conference

The premier global event for open source geospatial software, drawing 1,000+ participants annually since 2004. Workshops, presentations, and networking with the global community.

FOSS4G 2025: Auckland, New Zealand - November 17-23

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Geo for All

Making geospatial education accessible to everyone. A global network of 100+ labs partnering with universities and institutions to expand open source geospatial education.

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Google Summer of Code

Mentoring the next generation of open source developers. OSGeo has graduated 180+ students through GSoC, introducing them to real-world software development.

GSoC with OSGeo

OSGeoLive

Try 50+ geospatial applications without installing anything. A bootable DVD/USB/VM with pre-configured open source GIS software for evaluation and training.

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Get Connected

Join Our Global Community

Connect with geospatial professionals, developers, and enthusiasts worldwide

Local Chapters

Find your local OSGeo community. Regional groups organize events, training, and networking opportunities.

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Mailing Lists

Join project-specific and general discussion lists to connect with the community.

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Contribute

Code, documentation, translations, testing - every contribution matters to the open source community.

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Service Providers

Find professional support from certified consultants and service providers worldwide.

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Be Part of Something Bigger

Join the community building the geospatial infrastructure that billions of people rely on every day.

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