about_us
Welcome to OpenRue, your comprehensive global guide to exploring streets, businesses, and services in cities worldwide.
Our Mission
We believe that geographic information should be accessible to everyone, everywhere. Whether you're a traveler exploring a new city, a resident looking for local services, or a researcher studying urban development, OpenRue provides the data you need.
Our platform combines the power of OpenStreetMap's community-driven data with an intuitive interface to help you:
- 🗺️ Discover streets in any city with precise mapping
- 🏪 Find local businesses across multiple categories
- 🚌 Locate transport hubs like bus stops and stations
- 📍 Explore neighborhoods and their unique characteristics
Why Choose OpenRue?
🌍 Global Coverage
Access detailed information for cities across multiple countries and continents. Our database grows daily with contributions from the OpenStreetMap community.
🗓️ Always Updated
Our data is regularly synchronized with OpenStreetMap, ensuring you get the latest information about streets, businesses, and services.
🆓 Completely Free
No subscriptions, no fees, no hidden costs. OpenRue is 100% free for everyone to use, forever.
🌐 Multi-Language
Available in English, French, and Spanish to serve users worldwide with localized content.
Our Data Sources
All geographic and street data on OpenRue comes from OpenStreetMap (OSM), the collaborative mapping project often called the "Wikipedia of maps."
What makes OpenStreetMap special?
- Community-Driven: Maintained by millions of volunteers worldwide
- Open Data: Free to use, share, and adapt with proper attribution
- Highly Detailed: Often more detailed than commercial alternatives
- Constantly Improving: Updated in real-time by contributors globally
How It Works
- Browse Cities: Start by selecting your country and city
- Explore Streets: Use our alphabet navigation to find specific streets
- View on Map: See exact locations with our interactive maps
- Discover Services: Find nearby businesses by category
- Get Details: Access comprehensive information about each location
Contributing to Better Maps
Want to improve your city's data? You can! OpenRue reflects the quality of OpenStreetMap data, which anyone can edit:
- Visit OpenStreetMap.org
- Create a free account
- Add missing streets, update business information, or correct errors
- Your changes will appear in OpenRue after our next data sync
Privacy & Transparency
We respect your privacy. OpenRue does not track your location, does not store your searches, and does not sell your data. Learn more in our Privacy Policy.
Get in Touch
Have questions, suggestions, or feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Contact page or check our FAQ section for quick answers.