Thursday, August 07, 2025
All the Bits Fit to Print
Overview of Panoramax’s open street imagery platform and features
The project appears to be an open-source alternative to existing street-level imagery platforms with content licensed under Creative Commons. However, there is some confusion about its compatibility with OpenStreetMap's Open Database License (ODbL).
Why it matters: Open-source street imagery can enhance map data accessibility and community-driven updates.
The stakes: Licensing misunderstandings might complicate data integration with OpenStreetMap and related projects.
The other side: The project offers Creative Commons licensing but may not fully align with ODbL requirements.
Commenters say: Users appreciate the open nature but seek clearer licensing details and an informative "about" page.