What is USGS EarthExplorer?
EarthExplorer is the USGS portal for searching and downloading Landsat imagery, aerial photos, elevation data and many other archives, mostly free.
Free
USGS EarthExplorer
Search and download Landsat and other USGS archives
Key features
- Landsat archive back to 1972
- Aerial photography
- Elevation data
- Bulk download
Pricing
- Model
- Free
- Starts at
- Free
- Free tier
- Free to use
Prices change often. Check the official pricing page before you buy.
Licensing & map usage
Commercial useAllowed
Export / print map imagesAllowed
Offline use / cachingAllowed
Landsat data is public domain in the United States. Credit USGS as the source.
Summary only, not legal advice. The provider's current terms always apply.
USGS EarthExplorer alternatives
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Google Earth
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Copernicus Browser
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Maxar
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