WRITE GUIDES.EARN FROM EVERY SALE.
Share your local knowledge with Maps.me's 140M+ users worldwide. Create travel guides, publish them in the app, and earn a share of every purchase.
Be among the first authors on the platform — early access is open now
Simple to start. Real income.
Three steps from local knowledge to monthly earnings.
Write
Choose a place you know inside out. Write about hidden gems, must-sees, local tips. Use our simple guide editor — no design skills needed.
Publish
Submit for review. Our team verifies quality and publishes your guide to 140M+ Maps.me users across 195 countries.
Earn
Every purchase of your guide puts money in your pocket. Up to 60% revenue share, paid monthly.
Your guides. On every traveler's map.
Guides are sold and discovered directly inside the Maps.me app
Romantic Paris
France
Creative Amsterdam
Netherlands
Kyoto
Japan
Real Barcelona
Spain
Historic Rome
Italy
Dynamic Hong Kong
China
Romantic Paris
France
Creative Amsterdam
Netherlands
Kyoto
Japan
Real Barcelona
Spain
Historic Rome
Italy
Dynamic Hong Kong
China
Your guides work while you sleep
Set your price. We handle payments, delivery, and support across 195 countries. Authors keep up to 60% of each sale — early demo authors help shape the final terms.
Up to 60% revenue share per sale
140M+ Maps.me users worldwide
195 countries where your guide sells
Earnings calculator
Your monthly earnings
Based on 40% revenue share (demo terms) · updates live
Apply for early accessEverything travelers need. Everything you earn from.
Works offline
Guides are available offline inside Maps.me — travelers use them everywhere, even without signal.
Rich visuals
Add photos, opening hours, routes, and must-see spots. Everything in one place.
Global audience
Your guide goes live in 195 countries from day one. Write once, sell everywhere.
Update anytime
Keep your guide fresh. Existing buyers get updates automatically.
Build your reputation
Ratings and reviews help you grow a loyal following of travelers.
Integrated map pins
Your recommended spots appear directly as pins on the Maps.me map. Travelers discover your content while navigating.
Be one of the first authors
We're opening Maps.me guide creation to a limited group of early authors. Help us shape the product — and start earning from day one.
Limited spots
We're onboarding a small group of authors in this demo phase. Apply early to secure your place.
Direct feedback loop
Your experience directly shapes the product. We'll work closely with early authors to improve the platform.
Early mover advantage
Authors who join during demo get priority placement when the platform fully launches to Maps.me's 140M users.
Limited availability · Free to join · Takes 2 minutes
Questions & answers
Anyone with genuine local knowledge of a destination can apply — travel bloggers, expats, frequent travelers, locals, or anyone with a passion for a place. No professional writing experience required.
During the demo phase, authors receive 40% of each sale. Once the platform fully launches, revenue share increases up to 60%. Payouts are monthly with no minimum threshold.
Any destination in the world. We welcome guides about cities, regions, neighborhoods, hiking trails, cultural experiences, food scenes, hidden spots — anything a traveler would find valuable.
After submitting your guide, our editorial team reviews it for quality, accuracy, and completeness. We typically respond within 5–7 business days and may provide feedback to help you improve it before publishing.
Earnings are paid out monthly via bank transfer or PayPal. There is no minimum payout threshold — you receive your earnings regardless of amount.
Yes. Russian, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, and other major languages are supported. A localized guide can reach a much larger audience in its target language.
You can update your guide at any time through the author dashboard. Existing buyers automatically receive the updated version at no extra cost.
No. Joining the Maps.me Authors Program is completely free. We only earn when you earn — through the revenue share model.