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Geospatial Data: Google Earth Pro

This research guide provides information on how to access Geospatial (GIS) data at York University.

Google Earth Pro

Google Earth Pro on desktop is free for users with advanced feature needs. Using Google Earth Pro, you can import and export GIS data, access historical imagery, create videos, and overlay imagery and maps from other sources.  It is available for Windows, Macs, and Linux operating systems. 

Downloading Google Earth Pro

To download Google Earth Pro go to: https://www.google.com/earth/versions/#earth-pro.  For information on how to install or fix a problem with Google Earth Pro, go to: https://support.google.com/earth/topic/4363014?hl=en&ref_topic=7357865 

Learning Google Earth Pro

Below is a list of guides/tutorials about Google Earth Pro: