Toolset Maps is a specialized WordPress plugin for displaying geolocated content as markers on interactive Google and Azure maps. It allows developers to create advanced directory sites and listing platforms without custom programming. The plugin turns address data into visual, searchable map elements.
WPExclusive members get access to Toolset Maps as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full toolset collection →
What Is Toolset Maps?
Toolset Maps is developed by Toolset and is a directory plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the directory category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for advanced custom site building. Maps is part of a larger suite designed to handle everything from custom post types to front-end forms.
The plugin solves the complexity of integrating map APIs with dynamic WordPress content. It is for developers building real estate sites, local business directories, or any platform where location data is a primary content type.
Toolset Maps Features
The feature set is built around the seamless integration of geodata with WordPress custom fields and post types.
Interactive Marker Management
Toolset Maps lets you display any WordPress content as markers on maps. You can choose the source of your markers from custom fields and design the visuals of both markers and popup boxes. This is essential for directory websites where each listing requires a distinct geographical representation.
Location-Based Searches
The plugin enables the creation of advanced searches that display results on a map in real-time. It can find items based on proximity to the visitor’s current location or a specific address entered into a search field. This logic works directly with Toolset Views to filter content dynamically.
Template and Block Integration
You can add a Map block into any page or post using the WordPress editor. Maps also integrates into global templates, allowing you to show the specific location of individual items automatically whenever a new post is created. It supports both Google Maps and Azure Maps as engine providers.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the Toolset Maps sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan. The retail version is typically sold as part of a larger Toolset bundle.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Toolset Maps + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Toolset Maps plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with the latest WordPress releases and Map API changes. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release to ensure your directory remains functional and secure.
How to Install
- Download the Toolset Maps .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Toolset Settings to enter your Google or Azure Maps API key
- Add a Map block to a post or template to begin displaying markers
Use Cases
Real Estate and Listing Portals
Perfect for creating property listings where users need to see house locations on a map within a directory framework. The markers can be styled to show prices or property types directly.
Local Business Directories
Ideal for city guides or niche service directories. Use proximity sensors to show users the businesses closest to them, improving the utility of the search experience.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can deploy mapping solutions across various client projects without purchasing individual licenses for every domain. A WPExclusive membership makes this workflow cost-effective.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Native integration with Toolset Types and Blocks
- Support for both Google and Azure Maps providers
- Advanced proximity search capabilities built-in
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires external API keys which may incur usage fees from Google or Microsoft
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Toolset Maps GPL Licensed?
Yes. Toolset Maps is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) — the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files — the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get Toolset Maps on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you Toolset Maps plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Toolset Maps do?
Toolset Maps is a geo-location plugin used to display WordPress content as markers on interactive maps. It handles location data for directory sites, real estate portals, and listing services. Developers use it to build search filters based on proximity and map-based results.
Is Toolset Maps free?
Maps is a premium plugin usually sold within the Toolset package. Access via WPExclusive is available in plans starting from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of Toolset Maps?
The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does Toolset Maps cost?
Retail pricing is tied to Toolset bundles which typically start around $69-$149 per year. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use Toolset Maps via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Does Toolset Maps work with any theme?
Maps is designed to work with any theme, though it integrates best with themes that are specifically optimized for Toolset to provide full layout control.
