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CheckMap

Check a location on a map and Street View side by side, then share the view set by search or a marker.

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Shared URLs include map and Street View positions and display settings. Check the recipients and visibility before sharing private homes or non-public locations. Creating a short URL sends this page's URL to the shortening service.

How to use CheckMap

Using CheckMap

CheckMap displays a map and Street View together and lets you share the current view as a short URL. It is useful when you want to show someone where a building is.

Basic steps

  1. Enter a keyword in the search box to find a place.
  2. Drag the marker on the map to set the coordinates.
  3. Move Pegman to change the Street View location.
  4. To share the current view, select “Create short URL.”
  5. If Pegman appears in a different place after opening a short URL, use “Copy and open short URL” to check the original URL.

Ways to use CheckMap

Share a meeting place

Share a meeting point while checking it on the map and in Street View.

Check a property or facility location

Check the surrounding area in Street View when the map alone does not show enough detail.

Share a work or job site

Preview the area around a place you have not visited before, such as a construction site or appointment location.

Share the current location by URL

After setting the search result, marker, and Street View position, select “Create short URL” to make a link to this view. Send it to someone so they can check the same place.

Shared URLs and external services

This page uses Google services to display Google Maps and Street View. When you create a short URL, the current URL is sent to Bitly through CheckMap's shortening function. Availability and lifetime of short URLs depend on the external service, so keep the original URL when sharing important information.

Frequently asked questions

What does a shared URL contain?

It contains the map center and zoom level, Street View location and direction, and other details needed to restore the view.

Can I share without using a short URL?

Yes. Copy the URL from your browser's address bar and share it. Use a short URL only when the original is too long.

How long does a short URL remain available?

Availability and lifetime depend on the shortening service. Keep the original URL as well if you may need it.