MapConnect
Discover People Around You
MapConnect
A map-based social network with 10 post categories, proximity-based discovery, configurable search radius, and real-time location matching. See who is around you and connect instantly.
MapConnect revolutionizes social discovery by putting people on the map. With 10 distinct post categories including Food, Job Seeking, Events, Help Needed, Recommendations, Lost and Found, Neighborhood, Sports, Study, and Other, MapConnect creates a rich local community experience. Features include real-time MapKit annotations, configurable search radius, post expiration system, location-based matching, REST API backend, and a beautiful map-centric interface that makes discovering nearby people and content effortless.
Key Features
Interactive map with real-time MapKit annotations showing nearby users and posts
10 post categories: Food, Job Seeking, Events, Help, Recommendations, Lost and Found, Neighborhood, Sports, Study, Other
Proximity-based user discovery with configurable search radius
Post expiration system to keep content fresh and relevant
Location-based matching for meaningful local connections
Like, match, and messaging system with real-time updates
Category-filtered map view to find exactly what you need
REST API backend for reliable cross-platform performance
Privacy controls for granular location sharing preferences
User profile with posts history and activity feed
Push notifications for new matches and nearby activity
Multi-language support with Turkish as primary language
How It Works
Get started in just a few simple steps
Enable Location
Allow MapConnect to access your location to see nearby people, posts, and activities on the interactive map.
Explore the Map
Browse the map to discover nearby users and posts. Filter by 10 categories to find food spots, events, jobs, and more.
Connect Locally
Like profiles, match with interesting people, and start conversations with people in your area.
Share and Post
Create location-tagged posts in any of the 10 categories. Help your neighbors, recommend places, or organize events.
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MapKit Integration
Native Apple MapKit with custom annotations, clustering, region monitoring, and smooth map interactions.
REST API Backend
Dedicated backend API for user management, posts, matching, and real-time location updates.
Proximity Engine
Configurable radius-based search with efficient geospatial queries for finding nearby content and users.
Expiration System
Automatic post expiration keeps the map fresh and relevant, removing outdated content automatically.
Category Filtering
10 distinct post categories with individual icons, colors, and map pin styles for easy visual identification.
Location Privacy
Granular privacy controls let users choose when and how their location is shared with others.
Perfect For Everyone
Food Discovery
Find and share food recommendations, restaurant deals, and home cooking near your location.
Local Jobs
Post or find job opportunities in your area. Perfect for freelance, part-time, and neighborhood work.
Events Nearby
Discover and share local events, meetups, and gatherings happening around you right now.
Community Help
Ask for help, offer assistance, or share recommendations with your local community.
Why Choose MapConnect?
Map-First Design
Unlike feed-based social apps, MapConnect puts everything on an interactive map for intuitive local discovery.
10 Categories
Organized content across food, jobs, events, help, recommendations, lost items, neighborhood, sports, study, and more.
Proximity Focus
Everything is distance-based. Configurable search radius ensures you see only relevant nearby content.
Always Fresh
Automatic post expiration keeps the map clean and ensures you always see current, relevant content.
Frequently Asked Questions
MapConnect supports 10 categories: Food, Job Seeking, Events, Help Needed, Recommendations, Lost and Found, Neighborhood, Sports, Study, and Other.
You can configure your search radius to see content within a specific distance. This helps you focus on truly local content.
Yes, posts have an automatic expiration system that removes outdated content to keep the map fresh and relevant.
You have full control over your location privacy settings. You can choose when and how your location is shared.
Yes! MapConnect includes a like and match system. You can discover people nearby and start meaningful conversations.
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