We’ve heard you loud and clear—you want more ways to connect with your community! That’s why we’re excited to introduce Comments on Map Points, a new feature that makes your maps more interactive than ever.

Now, your maps can be a dynamic space for conversation, feedback, and collaboration. Whether you're looking to spark public discussions, gather private insights, or manage everything with moderated conversations, this feature has you covered. Your map isn’t just a location tool—it’s a living, breathing experience that grows and evolves with the help of your community.

Why You’ll Love It

Public Comments: Let users share insights, ask questions, or even leave reviews! These open discussions create a sense of community engagement and can help build excitement around your map.

Private Comments: Ideal for gathering in-depth feedback or having conversations that are only visible to you or select users. You can fine-tune your map behind the scenes.

Moderated Discussions: Stay in control of your map’s conversations. With moderation tools, you can ensure that comments remain on-topic, respectful, and productive. You’ll have the ability to keep discussions constructive and prevent spam.

Use Cases for Comments on Map Points

Local Business Directories: If you’re creating a map of local businesses or attractions, public comments let users share their favorite spots and reviews, driving more engagement. Private comments, on the other hand, can give business owners a way to gather direct feedback from their customers.

Community Feedback: For community projects or neighborhood initiatives, use public comments to create a space for residents to discuss ideas and share opinions on ongoing projects.

Travel and Tourism Maps: Travelers can leave tips, recommend activities, or ask questions about certain places on a travel guide map. Public comments help to create a lively and interactive map, while private comments allow for more detailed suggestions on how to improve the travel experience.

Crowdsourced Maps: If you’re working on a map that collects data from users—like a crowdsourced map of hiking trails—comments give your community the chance to share personal experiences and updates, creating a valuable resource for everyone.

Reviews for Products and Services: For product or service-based maps, such as a map of restaurants, hotels, or attractions, public comments can act as user reviews. Customers can leave feedback, rate their experiences, or offer suggestions, which helps future users make informed decisions. Reviews boost engagement and credibility, and allow businesses or service providers to respond directly to their customers.

How to Use Comments on Map Points

The comments feature is a part of our Advanced Crowdsourcing Add-On. This add-on can be purchased on our pricing page or within the Proxi App. Current price is $29/month (2025). 

1. Purchase the Add-On – To get started, purchase the Advanced Crowdsourcing Add-On.
2. Activate the Add-On – Go to your map’s settings, select Apps, click on Commenting on Map Points, and then hit Activate.
3. Adjust Settings – Open the app and customize the settings to match your needs.
   
   • Enable Comments on Point Cards: Turn this option on to allow comments for each map point.
   • Allow Replies to Comments: Check this to allow users to reply to comments, creating a thread of discussion for each point.
   • Customize the Comment Title: Make your comments section unique! Change the title from "Comments" to something like "Stories" or "Feedback" to suit your map's theme.
   • Provide Comment Instructions: Offer clear guidelines for users on how to submit comments (optional). This could include instructions on tone, what kind of feedback is helpful, or any other context.
   • Set Moderation Controls: Choose to be notified via email when a new comment is posted, and set rules for moderating the content. You can manage whether comments are visible right away or require approval before they go live.
4. Share Your Map – Let your community start commenting! Share the map with your audience and watch them engage. Answer questions, encourage feedback, and see how the map evolves with input from your users.

Your map is about to get a whole lot more engaging! Ready to turn your map into a two-way street? Try it now and see how easy it is to interact with your community.