# VenoMaps – OpenStreetMap & Privacy-Friendly Geo Maps

> VenoMaps has 400+ active installs, a 4.2/5 rating from 5 reviews and 237 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 79/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** VenoMaps is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 79/100 on our health check.

**Create custom searchable maps with custom markers and routes. The simple, private alternative to Google Maps.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 400+
- **Total downloads:** 13,587
- **Downloads (30 days):** 237 (-71.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.2/5 from 5 reviews
- **Health score:** 79/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 2.1.8
- **Last updated:** Aug 26, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0+, PHP 7.3+
- **Support resolved:** 1 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Nicola Franchini (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/nicolafranchini/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/venomaps/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/maps/) | #31 | 165 |
| [privacy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/privacy/) | #50 | 521 |
| [routes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/routes/) | #2 | 9 |
| [search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search/) | #72 | 597 |
| [Store locator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/store-locator/) | #10 | 70 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| maps | #52 | 5,168 |
| privacy | #28 | 10,000 |
| routes | #13 | 3,034 |
| search | >100 | 10,000 |
| Store locator | #24 | 169 |

## Version adoption

- 2.1: 77.6%
- 1.2: 10.9%
- 1.0: 5.2%
- Other: 6.3%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Go Maps – Google Map, OpenStreetMap, Leaflet Map](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-google-maps/) | 300K+ | 4.8/5 (3,050) | Sep 28, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 2 | [WP Maps – Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, Store Locator with Search, Filters & Listings](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-google-map-plugin/) | 60K+ | 4.3/5 (122) | Oct 9, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 3 | [MapPress – Google Maps, OpenStreetMap & Leaflet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mappress-google-maps-for-wordpress/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (147) | Sep 28, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 4 | [Snazzy Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/snazzy-maps/) | 30K+ | 4.2/5 (15) | May 7, 2025 | 49/100 |
| 5 | [Image Hotspot by DevVN](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/devvn-image-hotspot/) | 20K+ | 4.3/5 (29) | Dec 11, 2025 | 63/100 |
| 6 | [WP Map Block – Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, Store & Shop Locator, Directory, Listings & Filters](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-map-block/) | 20K+ | 4/5 (20) | Oct 6, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 7 | [Easy Google Maps by Supsystic – Custom Markers, Clustering & Map Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-maps-easy/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (251) | Oct 16, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 8 | [Maps Plugin using Google Maps for WordPress – WP Google Map](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gmap-embed/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (172) | Aug 15, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [YaMaps for WordPress Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/yamaps/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (40) | Oct 16, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 10 | [Open User Map – Interactive Leaflet Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/open-user-map/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (70) | Sep 19, 2026 | 94/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is VenoMaps free?
Yes. VenoMaps is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is VenoMaps safe to use in 2026?
VenoMaps is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 79/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use VenoMaps?
VenoMaps is active on 400+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 13,587 times since it launched in May 2020. It was downloaded 237 times in the last 30 days.

### Does VenoMaps work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested VenoMaps up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does VenoMaps need?
VenoMaps requires PHP 7.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was VenoMaps last updated?
The latest version, 2.1.8, was released on August 26, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes VenoMaps?
VenoMaps is developed and maintained by Nicola Franchini.

### What are the best alternatives to VenoMaps?
The most popular alternatives to VenoMaps are WP Go Maps (300K+ installs), WP Maps (60K+ installs) and MapPress (30K+ installs).


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