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MapLiver vs Shadowly

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MapLiver compared with Shadowly
Detail MapLiverShadowly logo Shadowly
What it doesSee the world in real-time through live video requests on a global map View public Instagram profiles, stories, posts, reels and highlights without logging in
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inJP Not given
Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free plan includes 1 free try per day per tool, 1 Instagram Creator Report, 1 Instagram Engagement Calculator, 1 Instagram Profile Analysis, 1 TikTok Profile Analysis, and access to various profile sections. Weekly plan: $1.20 per week for 10 credits. Monthly plan: $5.00 per month for 100 credits. E
Key features
  • Real-time live video requests to users at specific locations on a global map
  • No past videos or photos, only currently active live streams
  • Discovery without follower requirements for new creators and small businesses
  • Optional QR code sharing to connect with viewers on social media platforms
  • Anonymous browsing with nickname-based profiles
  • User control over accepting or declining video requests
  • Profile viewer showing profile photo, name, verification, post, follower and following counts, plus latest posts
  • Anonymous stories viewing with progress bars and no account owner notification
  • Highlights viewer for opening any highlight from the profile
  • Reels download as MP4 files
  • Follower and following lists with profile jumping capability
  • Instagram engagement rate calculation from followers, likes and comments
  • Instagram Creator Report with quality score, profile audit and estimated sponsorship rates
  • TikTok profile analysis showing views, engagement and top videos
What makes it different
  • No ratings, greetings, or past content; purely spontaneous real-time person-to-person connection
  • Completely free with no in-app purchases or premium models
  • Equal discovery opportunity regardless of follower count or audience size
  • No login or password required, never asks for Instagram credentials
  • Anonymous story viewing so account owners cannot see you watched
  • Independent tool not affiliated with Instagram or Meta
  • Works on mobile and requires no app installation
  • Results appear in seconds without complex setup
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet −7 (down) since last check6 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)10
Citation Flow (Majestic)180
Referring domains (Majestic)20

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