FAQ

How to Display the Marker Categories as a Checkbox List in the WordPress Editor

By default, the “Marker Categories” taxonomy (oum-type) used in Open User Map is non-hierarchical — this means it behaves like...

Preventing Multiple Votes – Cookies & Privacy

The Open User Map Vote feature allows you to add a Like, Upvote, or Flag button to each location. To...

How to Let Users Manage Their Own Locations in Open User Map?

This article explains how to let users add, edit, and delete their own pins on the map. It also includes...

Bulk Publish Multiple Open User Map Locations in WordPress

✅ Your selected locations are now live!

Is there a max. filesize for image/audio uploads?

Yes, per default it is 10MB. You customize that with the PRO version. Be aware that that you may need...

Can I set the initial map position individualy?

Yes, the initial map position can be set under Open User Map > Settings > Map Settings > Initial Map...

Can I automatically open a location (eg. for sharing)?

Yes, sure you can . Just add ?markerid=123 to the URL of your page to auto-open a specific location on...

How to allow users to manage their locations?

Logged in users can edit their locations directly in the map interface: Necessary capabilities for custom roles Open User Map...

How can I get values of a location?

Use this Shortcode (PRO version). This will display a value from a location. You will need this when creating single...

Can I use multiple maps?

Each map block (or shortcode) can have individual attributes and filters. So it is possible to have: You will find...

Can I show only specific locations?

Yes, you can limit the locations displayed on the map. Block Editor / Elementor You can narrow down the visible...

How to open images in a lightbox?

You can use the oum_location_bubble_image hook to manipulate the output of the location image. This allows you to add a...

Can I use Google Maps?

Google Maps as map provider Currently it is not possible to use Google Maps as a map provider. The Open...

How to create a Single Location Template

Please make sure you are using the most recent version of Open User Map PRO. You need to enable the...

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