# Earth Explorer

## URL

<https://earthexplorer.usgs.gov/>

## Description

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

## Cost

* [ ] Free
* [x] Partially Free
* [ ] Paid

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

## Level of difficulty

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## 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](https://www.usgs.gov)

## Advertising Trackers

* [x] This tool has not been checked for advertising trackers yet.
* [ ] This tool uses tracking cookies. Use with caution.
* [ ] This tool does not appear to use tracking cookies.

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| Bellingcat Volunteer Team |
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