Google Earth
The new Google Earth 🌎
Google Earth launched on April 18, 2017 with 675 votes, #11 of 3,007 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 9 years on.
In plain words
Google Earth is a web application that lets users explore the planet through satellite imagery and maps. Launched in 2017, it serves anyone interested in geography, travel, research, or discovery. The tool allows interactive viewing of locations worldwide, making it useful for education, planning, and exploration from a computer browser.
written from the facts on this page · September 2026
From the sources
Aw snap! Google Earth isn't supported on your browser. You may need to update your browser or use a different browser. Please see our system requirements for more information. Chrome is a great choice and you can download it here . Or if you're feeling adventurous, you can try Earth anyway by choosing an optionfrom earth.google.com
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