# Map Stretch > Navigate using custom stretched images on interactive maps with GPS tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by Walk About Apps.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-stretch/id1207689551 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Walk About Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/480229755) - Category: Navigation, Travel - Price: Free - Rating: 4.20/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 27 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-02-23 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-stretch/id1207689551/reviews.md ## What is Map Stretch? View hundreds of public maps from the National Park Service and other users. Can't find a map? Stretch your own image onto the interactive map, then use your compass and GPS to navigate with ease. Map Stretch features an easy to use interface with no hassles or hidden fees of any kind, EVER! Map Stretch now features GPS tracking to record your route. Tracks and drawings can be easily edited, saved and shared with others. A Quick Overlay Example: You are handed a brochure with a map highlighting interesting places to visit... With Map Stretch, you can: - Find that someone has already stretched and shared the map from your brochure and add it to your map with a single tap. OR - Snap a photo of the map in the brochure. - Stretch it to match the map on your phone. - Know exactly where you are (and which direction you are facing) on the brochure map at all times. Details: + Map Stretch is completely free and requires no login or registration. + Sharing your stretched photos is optional and is done anonymously. + Map Stretch Lines and Overlays can be imported and exported in Google Earth kml and kmz formats. ## Key features - Overlay custom images onto interactive maps - Navigate with GPS and compass - Record, edit, and share routes - Access public National Park Service maps - Import/export maps in KML/KMZ formats ## Recent user reviews (9 of 9) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-stretch/id1207689551/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Fantastic! 👏 *2024-08-05* I especially like the mechanism for precisely aligning the overlay with the map by defining 4 alignment points, which works really well ⭐️ ### 4/5 — Great, but was better with breadcrumbs *2023-06-23, version 5.0* Thus is Great, but it was better with breadcrumbs - knowing where you are is great, and also knowing where you have been is better. Please bring breadcrumbs (tracks) backs. ### 5/5 — Best Map Overlay Tool on iOS *2022-12-08* Easy to use & does a great job 👍🏻 ### 2/5 — Potential *2021-12-16, version 4.1* I would pay for this if it was updated to latest iOS. Great idea for people who are looking for this kind of functionality. ### 5/5 — Perfect for hunters! *2021-11-04, version 4.1* I had been using an older Android phone with a similar app but this is far better. I take a screenshot of my DEM map, crop it and sync the reference points. I’m then able to have the best of both worlds, the DEM trail map and Google maps together. And it’s free. Thanks Dev, good work! ### 3/5 — Great App - Needs Updating! *2019-11-21* Love this app - use it regularly for overlaying historical maps. Lately, it has become very laggy. I suspect that it needs updating for the new iOS. ### 5/5 — Great!! *2017-12-31, version 4.1* Finally, a simple to use georeferencing app! Perfect for hiking and backpacking. Super simple to upload and reference a trail map. I use other apps with geoPDFs, but they do not allow the user to georeference their own images in the app, so thank you for making such a user friendly app! ### 5/5 — A hiker's dream come true! *2017-04-01, version 1.4* I used this awesome app on a recent backpacking trip in Joshua Tree NP and found it to be incredibly useful. It's simple to use (just snap a photo of a map or use one that's already been loaded) and made navigating new trails super easy. ### 5/5 — Very helpful when hiking. *2017-03-09, version 1.1* I recently used this app at a local state park. Worked great. Beats carrying a paper map. ## Frequently asked questions about Map Stretch ### What is Map Stretch? Map Stretch allows you to overlay custom images, like brochure maps, onto an interactive map. You can then use your phone's GPS and compass to navigate accurately on these custom maps. ### Is Map Stretch free to use? Yes, Map Stretch is completely free and requires no login or registration. There are no hidden fees. ### Can I use Map Stretch offline? While the app description doesn't explicitly state offline map download capabilities, its core functionality of overlaying and navigating with GPS suggests it can be used in areas without cell service once maps are loaded. ### Does Map Stretch have ads? No, Map Stretch is ad-free. The description explicitly states it has no hassles or hidden fees. ### What devices does Map Stretch support? Map Stretch is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on October 26, 2022, with version 5.0. ### Can I save and share my routes with Map Stretch? Yes, Map Stretch features GPS tracking to record your routes. These tracks and drawings can be easily edited, saved, and shared with others anonymously. ### What is the age rating for Map Stretch? Map Stretch has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### How accurate is the GPS tracking in Map Stretch? The app utilizes your device's GPS and compass for navigation, providing real-time location and direction on your stretched maps. User reviews indicate a 4.2-star rating, suggesting a generally positive user experience with its navigation features. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.0 — 2022-10-26 Bug fixes: - Fixed a bug that would keep public overlays from showing on the map. - Fixed a few layout bugs to make buttons more tappable. ### 4.1 — 2017-12-12 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. You can now use your GPS to track your adventures in Map Stretch. Tracks can be easily saved, edited and shared with other users or exported in Google Earth format. + Usability improvements and UI updates. ### 4.0 — 2017-12-10 You can now use your GPS to track your adventures in Map Stretch. Tracks can be easily saved, edited and shared with other users or exported in Google Earth format. - A few other small bug fixes and small usability improvements. ### 3.0 — 2017-11-27 - Added: Support for importing and exporting overlays as Google Earth kml or kmz files. - Other minor bug fixes. ### 2.1 — 2017-09-15 - Users can now add copied images from the clipboard. - Usability improvements in anticipation of future drawing features. 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