Geospatial OSINT
20 toolsGeospatial intelligence tools — satellite imagery, geolocation verification, terrain analysis, mapping platforms, and image metadata extraction.
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RTL-SDR Blog V4
4.6/5The standard $40 software-defined radio dongle for ADS-B aircraft tracking, AIS ship tracking, and weather satellite imagery.
paidExifTool
4.5/5The definitive open source tool for extracting hidden metadata from images, video, and documents.
freeNooelec NESDR SMArt v5
4.4/5The RTL-SDR alternative with tighter frequency accuracy and a complete antenna bundle — better value than the V4 if you don't need shortwave.
paidOverpass Turbo
4.4/5Query OpenStreetMap with precision to surface infrastructure, facilities, and location patterns for geospatial investigations.
freeThe Photographer's Ephemeris
4.4/5Map sun and moon geometry against real terrain to test whether a photo's claimed place and time make sense.
freeFlightradar24
4.3/5Real-time and historical flight tracking via a global ADS-B receiver network
freemiumGuides & Techniques
Data Visualization for OSINT: How to Present Findings
OSINT investigations often fail at the final step: communicating what the data means. This guide explains how investigators can use network graphs, timelines, maps, and charts to transform raw findings into actionable intelligence while maintaining source traceability and operational security.
Geolocation via Sun and Shadow Analysis with SunCalc
Geolocation via sun and shadow analysis uses visible lighting, shadow direction, and solar position modeling to test whether a photo or video matches a claimed place and time. Its value is not in solving imagery from scratch, but in giving investigators a disciplined way to confirm or challenge geolocation hypotheses with SunCalc and supporting evidence.
Geospatial Data Visualization Tools for OSINT Analysts
This guide covers the most useful geospatial OSINT tools mapping analysts can use to visualize coordinates, routes, infrastructure, and imagery in one workflow. It explains where each tool fits, what it does best, and how to combine them for stronger location-based investigations.
How to Read Statistical Maps Like an OSINT Analyst
Statistical maps are not just visual aids; they are compressed intelligence products that reveal how quantitative patterns behave across space. This guide shows OSINT analysts how to read choropleths, heat maps, and dot density maps critically so they can extract signal, detect manipulation, and apply public data maps to live investigations.
GEOINT and Satellite Imagery for OSINT Investigators
How to use satellite imagery, geolocation techniques, and geospatial intelligence tools for open source investigations. Covers free and commercial sources, change detection, and landmark methodology.
Video Investigation and OSINT: How to Analyze, Geolocate, and Verify Video Evidence
A practical guide to OSINT techniques for video analysis — extracting metadata, geolocating footage, verifying authenticity, and using open source tools to investigate video evidence.
More Geospatial OSINT Tools
GeoGuessr Pro
Build faster visual geolocation instincts by training on real-world imagery under repeatable, investigator-relevant conditions.
WorldMonitor
Correlated multi-domain intelligence across conflicts, maritime, aviation, infrastructure, finance, and climate on a single open source map surface.
Phantomtide
A maritime OSINT platform that helps investigators track vessels, review AIS behavior, and add sanctions context to geospatial shipping analysis.
Refloow-Geo-Forensics
Batch-process geotagged images locally so you can sort, map, and sequence photo evidence faster after a breaking event.
SkyOSINT
Real-time satellite tracking and space intelligence platform combining orbital data with geopolitical analysis
WiGLE
Crowdsourced wireless network database mapping billions of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cell networks globally
ADS-B Exchange
The only major flight tracker that refuses to filter opt-out aircraft
AirNav Radar FlightStick
A purpose-built ADS-B receiver with integrated filter and LNA — better 1090 MHz decode performance out of the box than any generic RTL-SDR dongle.
GeoSpy
AI-powered geolocation tool that identifies the location of photos from visual content alone
FlightAware
US commercial flight tracking with FAA data integration and a developer-friendly API
SunCalc
A fast browser-based sun and moon position tool for validating shadow, lighting, and timing hypotheses in geolocation work.
MarineTraffic
Real-time ship tracking via a global AIS receiver network — the default starting point for maritime OSINT
OpenSky Network
Free ADS-B flight tracking API with multi-year historical archive — the right tool when Flightradar24's history tier is too expensive.
VesselFinder
AIS-based ship tracking that earns its place as a cross-reference tool — and occasionally the primary one