Quick License Overview
Here is a quick overview of what you CAN and CANNOT do with maps Free USA Maps. Please read the License Agreements for complete details.
| Usage | Free | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Use the maps for personal use | ||
| Use the maps for commercial use | ||
| Use the maps in scientific or medical journals | ||
| Use the maps in classrooms and student homework | ||
| Use the maps without attribution | ||
| Use the flags for resale merchandise, i.e. on Zazzle or Cafe Press | ||
| Use the maps in a logo | ||
| Use the maps for unlimited copies or prints | ||
| Use the maps worldwide and in perpetuity |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the best way for me to provide attribution for free maps?
- Providing a note and link on your website or credits page, such as "Map by freeusamaps.com", plus a link back to https://freeusamaps.com, is the preferred form of attribution
- How can I help support Free USA Maps and keep the maps free?
- If you've ever found the maps useful for your work or personal use, a small donation shows a lot of appreciation! Donate with PayPal or donate with Bitcoin.
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- I can't edit the maps, what's the deal?
- To edit the PDF maps, you will need a vector editing program such as Adobe Illustrator® and ensure that all layers are unlocked. You can unlock layers via the layers palette or by clicking on the "lock" icon. Sorry, maps do not come in PSD format.
- Can I use maps for commercial projects?
- maps from Free USA Maps may be used in commercial works as long as the proper attribution requirements are followed. Any map from this site must provide the appropriate attribution unless a royalty free license was purchased to waive the attribution requirement.
- What exactly can I do with the maps?
- Use them in designs, websites, research papers, student assigmnents, apps and more! If you have any questions regarding the usage of the maps, check out the License Agreement.
You CANNOT USE FREE maps at places like Cafe Press, Zazzle or any print on demand service or for Resale. If you'd like to use the maps for these purposes, please purchase the maps. - What's the difference between Commercial Use and Items for Resale?
- The largest difference in items for Resale is the map creates the substantial value of the product.
For example: if you print a book about maps and use maps throughout the book, the maps make up the value of the book and therefore it is considered an item for Resale. However, if you use maps to designate the sub-section in the book, or to illustrate an infographic, that is considered Commercial Use. In both cases, the book can be available for sale, the biggest determining factor is what is contributing most to its value.
Another example: if you download a map and use it on the front of a t-shirt, that maps is contributing to the success of selling your t-shirt and is therefore considered an item for Resale. But if you use the map on the tag to mark that it's from France, that is considered Commercial Use. - Why do you charge for maps?
- Sometimes an attribution is not possible and a traditional royalty free license is necessary. You'd be hard pressed to find better premium royalty free maps at a better price!
- What's your Refund Policy?
- No refund will be offered for products once sold. Since these are digital files, all maps and assets are not refundable or exchangeable. However, files can be replaced if damaged or lost. Simply send us an email.
- Disclaimer
- Free USA Maps makes no claims as to the completeness, accuracy or content of the maps or data, and makes no representation of any kind, including, but not limited to, any warranty as to the accuracy or fitness of the maps or data for a particular use (nor shall the act of distribution constitute any such warranty). Whilst we make every attempt possible to provide the most accurate up-to-date maps, it must be emphasised that we cannot guarantee their accuracy.