Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! ActivityMap is completely free for everyone to use.

Our database is regularly updated with new locations and information from OpenStreetMap and user contributions.

Absolutely! ActivityMap is fully responsive and works great on smartphones and tablets.

No account needed! Simply provide your name when uploading photos or leaving reviews.

All photos and reviews are manually reviewed for quality and appropriateness. This usually takes 1-2 business days.

Yes! HoppSpot gets its data directly from OpenStreetMap. You can add missing playgrounds, sports facilities, and public toilets by editing OpenStreetMap directly. Your changes will appear on HoppSpot within a day.

To ensure high-quality photos that help other users:

• Clear & recent: Upload sharp photos showing current conditions
• Privacy first: Avoid photos with identifiable people
• Focus on facilities: Show equipment, surroundings, and key features
• Multiple angles: Different perspectives help users understand the location better

Great reviews help the community make informed decisions:

• Be honest & constructive: Share your genuine experience
• Include specifics: Mention equipment condition, cleanliness, safety
• Note accessibility: Mention wheelchair access, parking, etc.
• Keep updated: Update your review if conditions change significantly

HoppSpot gets all its data directly from OpenStreetMap (OSM) - the world's largest collaborative mapping project. We update our database daily with the latest information from OpenStreetMap, so when you edit OSM, you're helping millions of users worldwide, not just HoppSpot users.

Changes made to OpenStreetMap typically appear on HoppSpot within 24 hours. Our system automatically imports new and updated locations daily, so your contributions will be visible to other users very quickly.

Not at all! OpenStreetMap's web editor (iD) is designed for beginners. You just need to:

1. Create a free account at openstreetmap.org
2. Click "Edit" on any area of the map
3. Use the point tool to add locations
4. Choose the appropriate category (playground, basketball court, etc.)
5. Save your changes with a brief description

For the best results on HoppSpot, include:

• Exact location: Place the point precisely using satellite imagery
• Correct tags: Use leisure=playground for playgrounds, leisure=pitch + sport=basketball for basketball courts, amenity=toilets for public toilets
• Additional details: Name, accessibility features, surface type, opening hours (if restricted)
• Access information: Whether it's publicly accessible

Absolutely! If you find incorrect information on HoppSpot, you can fix it directly on OpenStreetMap. Simply navigate to the location on openstreetmap.org, click "Edit," find the point, and update the information. Your corrections will appear on HoppSpot within a day.

You can add any of these location types that HoppSpot displays:

• 🏞️ Playgrounds and children's play areas
• 🏀 Basketball courts (full or half courts)
• ⚽ Soccer fields and futsal courts
• 🏓 Ping-pong/table tennis tables
• 🚻 Public toilets and restrooms

Yes! These are two different ways to contribute:

• OpenStreetMap editing: Adds new locations or updates basic information (location, type, name, accessibility). This requires an OSM account and appears on HoppSpot within a day.
• HoppSpot contributions: Adds photos and reviews to existing locations. No account needed, but contributions are manually reviewed before appearing (1-2 business days).

Don't worry! OpenStreetMap keeps a complete history of all changes, and experienced editors regularly review new contributions. If you make an error, it can easily be corrected. Start with simple additions and you'll gain confidence quickly.

Yes! Since OpenStreetMap is used by thousands of applications worldwide (including major services like Facebook, Apple Maps, and many others), your contributions help improve maps everywhere, not just on HoppSpot.

OpenStreetMap is community-driven, free, and allows anyone to contribute. This means our data is constantly improving thanks to local community members who know their areas best. Unlike commercial map services, OSM data can be freely used and modified to serve specific community needs.

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Leave a comment on the specific location with the correct information, and we'll review and update it.

Help us maintain quality by reporting:

• Incorrect location information: Wrong address, outdated details, or missing facilities
• Technical problems: Map loading issues, broken features, or upload errors
• Inappropriate content: Offensive photos, spam reviews, or privacy violations

How to report: Leave a comment on the specific location or contact us through the community support channels.