# Every Door

> OpenStreetMap-editing iOS and Android app that focus on marking points of interest and house number nodes

**Wikidata**: [Q112062603](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q112062603)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/every-door

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Every Door**:

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## Summary  
Every Door is a free, open-source mobile app for iOS and Android designed to edit OpenStreetMap data, focusing on marking points of interest (POIs) and house numbers. It simplifies on-the-go mapping with a touchscreen interface and is distributed under the ISC license. The app is developed by Ilya Zverev and is part of the OSM Apps Catalog.

## Key Facts  
- **Platforms**: Android, iOS  
- **License**: ISC license (free and open-source)  
- **Developer**: Ilya Zverev  
- **Latest Stable Version**: 5.3 (released December 4, 2024)  
- **Data Source**: OpenStreetMap database  
- **Primary Focus**: Editing POIs and house number nodes  
- **Distribution**: Google Play, Huawei AppGallery, F-Droid  
- **Social Media**: Twitter (@EveryDoorOSM), Mastodon (everydoor@en.osm.town)  
- **Source Code**: Hosted on GitHub ([github.com/zverik/every_door](https://github.com/zverik/every_door))  
- **Alias**: EDoor  

## FAQs  
### Q: Is Every Door free to use?  
A: Yes, Every Door is free and open-source software distributed under the ISC license, allowing users to run, modify, and distribute it freely.  

### Q: What operating systems support Every Door?  
A: Every Door is available for both Android (via Google Play, Huawei AppGallery, and F-Droid) and iOS devices.  

### Q: How does Every Door differ from other OpenStreetMap editors?  
A: Every Door specializes in marking POIs and house numbers with a streamlined touchscreen interface, making it ideal for fieldwork compared to more complex desktop editors.  

## Why It Matters  
Every Door addresses a critical gap in OpenStreetMap editing by providing a mobile-first tool optimized for adding and updating POIs and addresses—tasks often done in the field. Its simplicity encourages broader community participation in mapping, especially in underserved areas where detailed local knowledge is essential. By focusing on usability and accessibility, Every Door lowers the barrier to entry for new mappers while supporting seasoned contributors with efficient workflows. Its integration with OpenStreetMap ensures data consistency and interoperability with other tools, reinforcing the platform’s collaborative ethos.  

## Notable For  
- **Specialization**: Focused on POIs and house numbers, unlike general-purpose OSM editors.  
- **Cross-Platform**: Available on both Android and iOS, unlike many niche OSM tools.  
- **Community-Driven**: Actively developed with public GitHub repositories and translation contributions via Weblate.  
- **Lightweight**: Requires only 26 MiB of storage (as of version 4+).  
- **Social Integration**: Maintains active Mastodon and Twitter accounts for user engagement.  

## Body  
### Development and Releases  
- **Initial Stable Release**: Version 1.0 (August 12, 2022)  
- **Latest Stable Release**: Version 5.3 (December 4, 2024)  
- **Version History**: Major updates every 1–2 months, with incremental fixes (e.g., 5.1 in May 2024, 5.2 in September 2024).  

### Technical Details  
- **Data Size**: 26 MiB (for Android versions 4+)  
- **Input Method**: Touchscreen-optimized interface  
- **Translation Support**: Hosted on Weblate for community contributions.  

### Distribution Channels  
- **Google Play**: App ID `info.zverev.ilya.every_door`  
- **Huawei AppGallery**: App ID `109364057`  
- **F-Droid**: Package `info.zverev.ilya.every_door`  

### Social Media and Community  
- **Mastodon**: `everydoor@en.osm.town` (since September 24, 2023)  
- **Twitter**: `@EveryDoorOSM`  
- **Followers**: Grew from 326 (April 2024) to 403 (June 2024) on Mastodon.  

## Schema Markup  
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  "name": "Every Door",
  "description": "OpenStreetMap-editing iOS and Android app that focuses on marking points of interest and house number nodes.",
  "url": "https://every-door.app",
  "sameAs": [
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    "https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Every_Door"
  ],
  "operatingSystem": ["Android", "iOS"],
  "softwareVersion": "5.3",
  "datePublished": "2022-08-12",
  "license": "https://opensource.org/licenses/ISC",
  "applicationCategory": "OpenStreetMap Editor",
  "developer": {
    "@type": "Person",
    "name": "Ilya Zverev"
  }
}

## References

1. [Release 1.0. 2022](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v1.0)
2. [Release 2.0. 2022](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v2.0)
3. [Release 3.0. 2022](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v3.0)
4. [Release 3.1. 2023](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v3.1)
5. [Release 4.0. 2023](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v4.0)
6. [Release 4.1. 2023](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v4.1)
7. [Source](https://en.osm.town/@everydoor/112195291687571319)
8. [Release 5.1. 2024](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v5.1)
9. [Release 5.2. 2024](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v5.2)
10. [Release 5.3. 2024](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v5.3)
11. [Release 5.4. 2025](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v5.4)
12. [Release 6.0. 2025](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v6.0)
13. [Release 7.0. 2025](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v7.0)
14. [Release 7.1. 2025](https://github.com/Zverik/every_door/releases/tag/v7.1)
15. OpenStreetMap Wiki
16. OSM Apps Catalog