Overview
2GIS (2gis.ua) is the Ukrainian localized version of the 2GIS digital mapping and city guide service. Originally developed in Russia in 1999 by a team in Novosibirsk, 2GIS has grown to become one of the most detailed urban mapping platforms in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The platform provides detailed maps of over 400 cities, including Ukraine's major urban centers such as Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, Dnipro, and Lviv. Each city map includes millions of geotagged points of interest (POIs) such as businesses, government offices, hospitals, schools, and transit stops. A key differentiator is its integration of building-by-building floor plans and entrance locations, enabling precise indoor navigation for select complexes. 2GIS also offers up-to-date public transport routes, real-time traffic information, and a route planner for driving, walking, and cycling.
The Ukrainian domain (2gis.ua) was registered on July 6, 2012, and is operated by 2GIS LLC, the same entity behind the main Russian site (2gis.ru). The service is available in Ukrainian and Russian languages. It is accessed via web browsers, mobile apps (iOS, Android, Windows Phone), and embedded in other platforms. Users can search for organizations by name, category, or location; read and write reviews; view contact details and opening hours; and get directions. The platform monetizes through advertising, business listings, and data licensing.
2GIS has faced challenges due to geopolitical tensions, particularly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022. While the service remains operational in Ukraine, its Russian ownership has led to scrutiny and potential data privacy concerns among Ukrainian users. Nevertheless, it continues to be widely used for its accurate and granular mapping data. Competitors include Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, and local Ukrainian services like Misto Online. The domain 2gis.ua currently hosts a landing page or redirect, as direct web access is restricted for automated analysis, but the underlying infrastructure via Cloudflare suggests active development and maintenance.
Company Profile
2GIS is a Russian technology company that develops a geo-information service offering detailed city maps, business directories, and navigation. Founded in 1999, it has become the leading mapping platform in Russia and Ukraine, with a strong presence in other CIS countries. The company has offices in Novosibirsk, Moscow, and other cities, employing over 1,000 people. 2GIS has been recognized for its accurate and regularly updated data, and it provides open APIs for developers.
2GIS Web Map2GIS Mobile Apps2GIS Business Directory2GIS API2GIS Navigator2GIS City Guides
Market PositionLeading mapping and local search platform in Russia and CIS, with significant market share in Ukraine despite competition from Google Maps and OpenStreetMap. Known for superior data granularity and offline capabilities.
RevenueEstimated €20-40 million annually, primarily from advertising and business listings.
Employees~1,200
Infrastructure
RolePrimary domain for localized Ukrainian version of 2GIS mapping service
IP OwnerCloudflare, Inc.
Global ScaleServes users primarily in Ukraine but accessible worldwide; part of a platform with millions of daily active users across Russia and CIS
Subdomain examples
api.2gis.ua
m.2gis.ua
static.2gis.ua
DNS Records
A Records
172.67.182.164
104.21.43.176
NS Records
ines.ns.cloudflare.com
eric.ns.cloudflare.com
MX Records
40 route3.mx.cloudflare.net
46 route1.mx.cloudflare.net
19 route2.mx.cloudflare.net
Related Domains
Same Owner
2gis.ru2gis.kz2gis.by2gis.az
Similar Services
google.comopenstreetmap.orgyandex.commistoonline.com
The Ukrainian domain is part of a network of country-specific domains under common ownership by 2GIS LLC.