Installation & activation

WP Map Block installs like any WordPress plugin. The free version needs no API key to start — OpenStreetMap works out of the box.

Install from your dashboard

  1. Go to Plugins → Add New and search for WP Map Block.
  2. Click Install Now, then Activate.
  3. A new Maps item appears in your admin menu.
search for WP Map Block

Install by upload

  1. Download the .zip from your account or WordPress.org.
  2. Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin and choose the file.
  3. Click Install Now, then Activate.
Upload Plugin

On first activation the setup wizard opens to pick your default provider.

Requirements

  • WordPress 6.5+ and PHP 7.4+
  • No API key for OpenStreetMap; a free key for Google & premium providers

Activating Pro

Install the free plugin first, then add WP Map Block Pro and activate your license to unlock premium features.