About MapSleuth

MapSleuth is a sleek, spy-inspired web app designed mainly for educational exploration of maps and satellite imagery. Whether you're a student, educator, or map enthusiast, MapSleuth provides tools to dive deep into geographic data.

Key Features

  • Upload Maps – Import your own PNG or GeoTIFF files to investigate any region in high detail.
  • AI Image Analysis – Ask targeted questions like "Where is this?", "When was this taken?", and more via our built-in AI assistant.
  • Interactive Cropping – Select and crop areas of interest with a smooth, spy‐styled reticle overlay.
  • Preset Prompts – Quickly explore geographic features, elevation, land cover, distance, and coordinates.
  • Vintage Maps Gallery – Browse and compare a curated collection of historic maps for educational context.
  • Responsive Design – Works seamlessly on desktop and mobile devices with a covert ops aesthetic.

Who We Are

MapSleuth was built by geospatial enthusiasts and educators aiming to make map-based learning both intuitive and engaging. By combining modern AI tools with classic cartographic resources, we empower users to uncover hidden details in any map imagery.