Hex map maker for tabletop RPGs
Build Your World,
Hex by Hex
The free hex map editor for D&D. Paint terrain, generate worlds, share with your players.
Try it — click any hex to paint
No signup required. Works in your browser.
Everything a Cartographer Needs
Real tools, live demos — no mockups, no fluff.
Generate Entire Worlds
Choose a template and watch your world build itself. Procedural generation creates realistic terrain with biome rules, then you refine it by hand.
Try the editor →Share Your Map in Real Time
Give your players a live view of the map with fog of war, party markers, and dynamic vision that updates as you play.
Try the editor →
Export to PNG, SVG, Universal VTT & More
Export your finished map in multiple formats — high-resolution PNG, scalable SVG, Universal VTT for Foundry and Roll20, or a printable hex key document.
Learn more →The Hex Map Maker Built for Game Masters
Hexer is a free hex map maker designed for Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and any tabletop RPG that uses hex-based exploration. Whether you need a quick hex map generator to spin up a wilderness for tonight’s session or a full-featured hex map editor to build a campaign world over months, Hexer gives you the tools without the learning curve.
Paint from 35 terrain types, drop in settlements, dungeons, and sacred sites, then generate entire regions procedurally with a single click. Every map can be shared live with your players — complete with fog of war, party markers, and real-time updates as the party explores. Export to PNG, SVG, Universal VTT for Foundry and Roll20, or a printable hex key document.
Planning a hexcrawl? Hexer is the only hex map editor with built-in Underdark layers, point crawl networks, and DM notes that stay hidden from players. Create your D&D hex map in the browser — no download, no signup, no paywall on the core tools.
Plus Everything You Need to Run a Campaign
35 Terrain Types →
All free — forests, deserts, oceans, lava fields, and more.
DM Notes & Secrets →
Rich-text notes on any hex. Mark secrets as DM-only.
Fog of War Pro →
Reveal hexes as players explore, keeping the mystery alive.
Live Sharing →
Share a link with your party — they see the map update live.
Underdark Layers Pro →
Three depth levels beneath the surface, each with its own terrain.
World Generation →
One-click procedural worlds with biome rules and rivers.
Point Crawl Pro →
Travel networks with routes, encounters, and auto-generation.
From blank canvas to adventure-ready in minutes. No signup required.
Choose Your Path
Start free, upgrade when you're ready. No credit card required.
Adventurer
Free
- ✓ All 35 terrain types — free forever
- ✓ 18 hex features (settlements, dungeons, sacred sites)
- ✓ Procedural world generation
- ✓ All exports (PNG, SVG, JSON, Universal VTT)
- ✓ Paths, regions & DM notes
- ✓ Travel route planning
- ✓ Live sharing with party marker
- ✓ 1 saved map, up to 40×30
Game Master
€4.99/month
or €31.99/year — save 47%
- ✓ Everything in Free
- ★ Unlimited saved maps
- ★ Maps up to 200×200
- ★ 55+ premium hex features & 10 Underdark terrain
- ★ Underdark layers (3 depths)
- ★ Fog of War system
- ★ Procedural cave generation
- ★ Dynamic vision (terrain, weather, time)
- ★ Point crawl networks & encounters
- ★ Travel heatmap & pace options
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an account to use Hexer?
No! You can start mapping immediately as a guest. Your map is saved locally in your browser. Create an account when you want to save to the cloud, access your maps from anywhere, or share with players.
What's included in the free tier?
The free tier includes all 35 terrain types, 18 hex features (settlements, dungeons, sacred sites), procedural world generation, all export formats (PNG, SVG, Foundry VTT, JSON), paths, regions, DM notes, live sharing with party marker, and basic travel routing. You get 1 saved map up to 40×30 hexes. Pro adds 55+ premium hex features, 10 Underdark terrain types, Underdark layers, Fog of War, cave generation, travel heatmaps, unlimited maps, and maps up to 200×200.
Can my players see the map in real time?
Yes! Share a live link and your players see fog of war updates, their party marker position, and any terrain you reveal — all in real time. They don't need an account.
Does Hexer work with Foundry VTT?
Yes. Export your map as a Universal VTT file and import it directly into Foundry VTT as a scene. You can also export as PNG or SVG for any other VTT.
Can I cancel my Pro subscription anytime?
Absolutely. Cancel anytime from your account settings. You'll keep Pro access until the end of your billing period, and your maps are always exportable.