Earth Explorer

"Query and order satellite images, aerial photographs, and cartographic products"

URL

https://earthexplorer.usgs.gov/

Description

Offers historical satellite imagery and aerial photograpy. Option to search for imagery for specific locations.

Cost

Some images can be downloaded for free, others need to be ordered and are paid.

Level of difficulty

Requirements

Recommended to create an account which is free (but it asks for e-mail address and personal information like address etc.)

Limitations

It is possible to see previews for imagery but it is often necessary to pay to order and download the actual image. Some images are available for free.

Guide

https://www.usgs.gov/media/videos/earthexplorer-introduction

Tool provider

U.S. Geological Survey

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Page maintainer

Bellingcat Volunteer Team

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