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squaremap

Ch 106.8of 22 Minecraft World Map Viewers
  1. 1Runs onAPI, self-hosted, Web
  2. 2CostsFree plan
  3. 3Server map supportYes
  4. 4Live map updatesYes
  5. 5Dimension mapsYes
  6. 6Map view mode2d
  7. 7Markers and waypointsYes
7 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: github.com
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Overview

squaremap is ranked #10 of 22 in Minecraft world map viewers on Specifiction. It runs on API, Self-hosted, Web. There is a free plan.

squaremap plans and pricing

All plans
squaremap Free Minecraft server plugin or mod · requires a supported platform github.com · 4 Oct 2026

Compared on Minecraft world map viewers

Free plan
Yesgithub.com
Server map support
Yesgithub.com
Live map updates
Yesgithub.com
Dimension maps
Yesgithub.com
Map view mode
2dgithub.com
Markers and waypoints
Yesgithub.com

Facts

Purpose
squaremap is a lightweight live world map viewer for Minecraft servers that generates a map viewable in a web browser.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Map style
The map uses a vanilla-like top-down 2D view designed for navigation.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Player markers
Player markers can show yaw rotation, health, and armor.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Rendering
The project describes its render times as ultra fast.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Supported platforms
The project lists Paper, Fabric, NeoForge, and Sponge, and says Fabric requires Fabric API.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Integrations
Listed integrations include ChunkyBorder, Heatmap, PlotSquared, Residence, Towny, and squaremap addon plugins for banners, claims, death spots, mobs, signs, skins, vanish, and WorldGuard.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Developer API
The API lets developers draw markers, shapes, and icons on rendered maps.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Hosting
squaremap includes an internal web server enabled by default, with port 8080 as its default port.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Hosting requirement
The installation guide notes that server hosts may restrict available ports and advises checking with the host.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Security configuration
The documentation recommends an external web server for more advanced setups such as SSL certificates.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
License
The project is licensed under the MIT License, and its Leaflet web UI frontend is licensed under the 2-clause BSD License.github.com · 4 Oct 2026
Downloads
The project directs users to Modrinth for downloads and provides development builds through its Jenkins job.github.com · 4 Oct 2026

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