Hero Maps Premium - Responsive Google Maps Plugin 2.3.9

**Hero Maps Premium**, developed by **Hero Plugins**, is a high-end WordPress plugin designed for users who want to create professional, interactive, and highly stylized Google Maps without writing a single line of code. It is best known for its **WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get)** drag-and-drop builder, which makes it one of the most intuitive mapping solutions on the market. 

## Core Features & Functionalities 

* **Drag-and-Drop Map Builder:** Unlike other plugins that require latitude/longitude coordinates, Hero Maps lets you simply drag and drop markers onto a live preview of the map. 
* **Marker Categories & Filtering:** Organise markers into groups (e.g., "Restaurants," "Hotels," "Parks"). Users on the front end can then toggle these categories on or off via a tabbed or dropdown interface. 
* **Marker Clustering:** For maps with dozens or hundreds of pins, the plugin can automatically group them into "clusters" to keep the interface clean and fast. 
* **Shape Drawing:** Easily draw Polygons (areas), Polylines (routes), and Circles directly on the map to define delivery zones or travel paths. 
* **Custom Marker Packs:** Includes built-in high-quality marker icons in multiple colors, or you can upload your own custom graphics (like a business logo). 
* **Extensive Map Skins:** Choose from a wide range of pre-defined color schemes (Greyscale, Dark, Retro, etc.) or create a custom style to match your brand's aesthetic. 

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## Technical Specifications 

Hero Maps is built to be "future-proof" and responsive, meaning it works perfectly on smartphones and high-resolution desktops alike. 

| Feature | Details | 
| --- | --- | 
| **Responsiveness** | Fully responsive; adjusts dynamically to any screen size. | 
| **Integration** | Easily embedded via **Shortcodes** in any page or post. | 
| **Import/Export** | Support for **CSV Import**, allowing you to bulk-upload locations from a spreadsheet. | 
| **API Support** | Requires a **Google Maps API Key** (standard for most modern map plugins). | 
| **Developer Tools** | Includes a dedicated tab for **JavaScript Callback events** for advanced custom logic. | 

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## Pricing & Licensing (2026) 

Hero Maps Premium is typically sold as a one-time purchase, making it more cost-effective than subscription-based competitors. 

* **Standard License:** **$20 - $25** (One-time payment). 
* **Included:** Lifetime updates and 6 months of premium support. 
* **Platform:** Exclusively available on **CodeCanyon** and the **Hero Plugins** official website. 

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## Installation & Setup Strategy 

1. **Installation:** Download the ZIP file and upload it via `Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin`. 
2. **API Key:** Go to the plugin settings and paste your **Google Maps API Key**. 
3. **Create a Map:** Navigate to **Hero Maps > Add New**. Give your map a name and use the builder to add your locations. 
4. **Customise:** Use the **Controls** tab to enable/disable Street View, Zoom controls, and the "Pan" lock for mobile devices. 
5. **Publish:** Copy the generated shortcode (e.g., `[heromaps id="1"]`) and paste it into any WordPress page or Gutenberg block. 

> **Pro Tip:** If your map takes up the full width of a mobile screen, enable the **"Mobile Pan Lock"** in settings. This allows users to scroll past the map using their thumb without getting "stuck" panning around inside the map frame. 

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