How accurate are StarMapCo custom star maps?

StarMapCo uses real date, time, timezone, and location inputs, then calculates the sky with astronomy-engine and bundled star catalog data.

What data sources do you use for the night sky?

We rely on real astronomical data from trusted sources like the Yale Bright Star Catalog to calculate exact positions for your date, time, and location.

Can I customize text, styles, and shapes?

Yes—add titles, subtitles, or dedications; choose from four styles (navy gold, vintage, parchment, minimal) and shapes (rectangle free, heart/circle/star premium) plus visual modes and constellations.

What is included in the free version vs. premium unlock?

Free preview lets you confirm the date, location, and layout first. Paid checkout can unlock framed print ($99.00 + shipping), unframed print ($49.00 + shipping), or HD digital delivery from $9.00. Digital packs and subscription stay available if you need repeat exports.

How do I export or download my star map?

After premium unlock, download a high-resolution PNG directly from the app.

Do I have to subscribe to buy a star map?

No. Most buyers use one-time checkout for framed print, unframed print, or a single HD file. Subscription is optional only for repeat digital exports.

Are the maps suitable for printing?

Yes—designed to be print-ready up to 6000x6000 resolution for crisp posters and framed gifts.

Can I order a printed or framed version directly?

Yes. After the free preview, checkout supports framed print ($99.00 + shipping), unframed print ($49.00 + shipping), and HD digital delivery.

Can I share my custom star map with others?

Yes. You can share exported images right away and use private access or referral links from the success/download flow.

What if I enter the wrong date or location?

Edit inputs anytime before export—the preview updates in real time so you can correct details.

Why choose StarMapCo over other star map generators?

Free live preview, accurate science, and a clear delivery ladder: framed for premium gifting, unframed for lower physical cost, or HD digital for instant access.

StarMapCo

Your story. Written in the stars.

The night you became everything.

Q: What if a print arrives damaged?

Contact support@starmapco.com and we will help resolve the issue.

Personalized star maps that capture life's most meaningful moments.

Create your star map How it works

Or try the free live preview first — no account required.

100% Personalized
Your exact date, time & location
Premium Quality
Museum-grade prints & materials
Made to Gift
Beautifully packaged for every order

Clear shipping

U.S. shipping shown before you pay

Quality review

Print orders checked before production

Damage support

Help if your print arrives damaged

Free live preview

Enter your date and location

See your sky in seconds — no account required.

Choose your format

Preview first, then pick how you want it delivered

Build the exact sky map first. Then choose instant HD digital, gift-ready framed print, or a lower-cost unframed poster.

Fastest route

HD file unlocks right after payment.

Highest gift impact

Framed print stays the premium presentation.

Global planning

Shipping estimates for 74 countries.

Instant digital

Instant

Fastest checkout

HD file unlocks immediately after payment with no shipping wait.

Up to 6000x6000 PNG
No watermark on paid export
Great for local print shops
No shipping required

Best for last-minute gifting, fast turnaround, and buyers who want total print control later.

Start free preview

Framed print

Pick your gift format

One free preview — most gift buyers choose framed + HD ($106.00 framed + HD · free shipping). Unframed lowers the total; HD-only is fastest for same-day gifting.

HD digital

$9.00

Instant download — same-night gift or DIY printing.

Preview instant HD

Unframed poster

$49.00 + shipping

Lower total when you already have a frame plan.

Preview poster

Framed + HD

Top pick

$106.00 framed + HD · free shipping

Gift-ready wall art plus instant HD from the same design.

Preview framed + HD

Canvas wrap

$59.00 + shipping

Gallery-style premium between poster and framed.

Preview canvas

Framed + keepsake card

$99.00 + shipping + $19.00 card

Main wall gift plus a small 4×6 card from the same map.

Preview framed + card

Free preview first. Physical checkout shows shipping before payment. Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.

Most buyers choose framed + HD ($106.00 framed + HD · free shipping). Browse by occasion: wedding, anniversary, birthday, instant HD, or new baby.

Lower-cost first order

Want a lighter way to start?

Framed and unframed prints are the main gift routes. If you want the lowest-cost first purchase, join the insiders list for a one-time 50% off code on your first single HD digital checkout.

Use the same email you plan to use at checkout so your code and receipt stay in one inbox.

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What happens when you pay

The free preview stays available until you are ready. Pay only when the design looks right, then choose how you want it delivered.

Checkout and access

Secure Stripe checkout on every order
HD file unlocks immediately after successful payment
One-time checkout works for framed print, unframed print, or HD digital delivery

Print and delivery clarity

Most gift buyers start with framed print; unframed stays available if you already have a frame plan
Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.
Physical prints are made to order (2–5 business days typical production, then 4–6 business days standard carrier transit). Express shipping is not offered for these products.
Need it sooner? HD digital unlocks right after payment — no production or shipping wait.
Optional HD digital add-on is available on print orders for $7.00
If a print arrives damaged, support@starmapco.com handles it

Physical order confidence

Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.
Most buyers start with the framed print path; unframed and HD stay available if a different route fits better.
Production begins after payment once your order is submitted to our print partner.
If a print arrives damaged, contact support@starmapco.com and we will help resolve it.

See the print and frame guide Star map accuracy Shipping policy Returns and refunds Contact support

Exactly what you receive

This is the handoff from free preview to final purchase, so there is no ambiguity around files, print quality, or timing.

The same map you approved in preview

Your final export is generated from the same design, date, and location shown in the editor.

HD watermark-free file

Paid digital exports are high resolution and ready for local poster printing or framing.

Physical checkout when you want it

Choose unframed or framed print from the same design without rebuilding your map. Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.

Policy and support links before purchase

Print guidance, returns details, and support contact are available before you pay.

If you choose print

Framed

Framed print (14x14)

$99.00 + shipping

Unframed

Museum-grade poster (18x18)

$49.00 + shipping

Optional backup

HD digital add-on

$7.00

Delivery timeline

Design and preview your map for free.
Complete secure checkout in Stripe.
Unlock HD and download immediately.
If you add print, the physical order is submitted for fulfillment after payment.
Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.

Print and frame guide Returns and refunds policy

Remove the last-minute hesitation

Most buyers only need three things before checkout: confidence in the file, clarity on print delivery, and reassurance that support exists if anything goes wrong.

Secure payment

Stripe Checkout with card security, plus Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Link on supported devices and browsers.

Digital + physical options

Unlock HD instantly, or choose Framed print (14x14) at $99.00 + shipping or Museum-grade poster (18x18) at $49.00 + shipping from the editor. Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.

Print-ready quality

Exports up to 6000x6000 PNG so stars and text stay sharp in print, including large poster sizes.

Clear policy + support

Returns policy is public and support is available at support@starmapco.com.

Physical order overview

Live print formats

Framed uses framed print (14x14), unframed uses museum-grade poster (18x18), and the HD add-on stays available for $7.00.

Before payment

After payment

Physical orders are created for review first, then manually approved before production begins.

Before you buy checklist

Verify your date and location one last time in preview.
Check title, subtitle, and dedication spelling.
Confirm your preferred style and shape before checkout.
If ordering physical print, choose unframed vs framed before payment.
If you want the stronger gift presentation, choose framed; if you already have a frame plan, keep the lower total with unframed.
Review your shipping address carefully before paying for a physical order.
If a print arrives damaged, contact support@starmapco.com for replacement support.
Use the print guide if you need framing confidence.

Full print and frame guide Returns and refunds policy

Delivery now available

Preview first, then choose gift-ready framed print, unframed poster, or HD digital delivery from the same design.

Printed + framed available

Framed print mockup

Unframed poster mockup

HD digital delivery

Printed + framed availableMade to order · 2–5 business days production

Framed in real spaces

See the finished piece, not just the render

Design the map in preview first, then choose the delivery format that fits the moment. Framed is the premium gift route, unframed keeps the physical total lower, and the HD add-on gives you an immediate backup file after checkout.

Recommended

Framed print (14x14)

$99.00 + shipping

Est. to U.S.: $9.77 shipping · 4–6 business days transit

Ready-to-hang gift route with the frame already handled.

Lower total

Museum-grade poster (18x18)

$49.00 + shipping

Est. to U.S.: $4.62 shipping · 4–6 business days transit

Best if you already know how you want to frame it yourself.

Instant backup

HD digital add-on

$7.00

Delivered immediately after checkout, even when you order print. Instant HD after payment; the framed print follows standard production and shipping.

Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold.
Physical prints are made to order (2–5 business days typical production, then 4–6 business days standard carrier transit). Express shipping is not offered for these products.
The same approved map can stay digital, ship unframed, or arrive framed without rebuilding the design.

Start with framed preview See unframed route View recent examples

What your map could look like

See the render and the framed finish before you start

A mix of current-engine renders and real product mockups, so buyers can judge both the on-screen design and the physical gift before checkout.

Framed print · MockupFRAMED

Generated from the same artwork buyers preview before checkout

Unframed poster · MockupPOSTER

Lower-cost physical option with the same star map artwork

Wedding · Aurora NightAURORA

Santorini, Greece · June 1, 2024

Anniversary · HeirloomHEIRLOOM

Paris, France · September 17, 2016

Birthday · Noir MinimalNOIR

Tokyo, Japan · July 9, 1995

Compare the physical product mockups with current-engine render examples before you ever reach checkout. The goal is simple: no guessing about what the gift will look like.

How it works

From date to finished star map

Pick a meaningful moment, see the night sky instantly, personalize, and export a print-ready map in minutes.

📅

Choose your moment

Select a preset or set the exact date, time, and location.

✨

Preview instantly

Watch the stars render in real time as you personalize.

🖼️

Export & print

Download a high-res file ready for framing or gifting.

FAQ

Quick answers

Fast clarity on accuracy, delivery, and what buyers actually receive.

How accurate are StarMapCo star maps?

They are calculated from real date, time, timezone, and location inputs using astronomy-engine plus bundled star catalog data.

Can I customize the text and styles?

Yes—add titles and dedications, plus multiple styles and constellation options.

What does premium unlock include?

After the free preview, you can take the framed route from $99.00 + shipping, the unframed route from $49.00 + shipping, or unlock HD digital from $9.00. Digital packs and subscription stay optional for repeat exports.

Are the maps print-ready?

Yes—high-resolution files designed for poster printing.

Can I order a framed or unframed version directly?

Yes—checkout supports unframed prints from $49.00 + shipping and framed prints from $99.00 + shipping.

When do I see shipping cost and delivery timing?

Free standard shipping on print orders $100.00+ (merchandise before shipping). Shipping is added at checkout for physical orders in selected countries below the free-shipping threshold. Typical U.S. delivery is about 2–5 business days production plus 4–6 business days standard carrier transit (often roughly 1–2 weeks total; not a guaranteed arrival date). Standard shipping is the only print shipping option we offer today — express is not available for these poster and framed products. Need it sooner? HD digital unlocks right after payment — no production or shipping wait.

What if a print arrives damaged?

Email support@starmapco.com and we will help resolve the issue.

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