Mapatón for Android

Brief summary

Mapatón is a free Android application created by Fundación Teletón México A.C. in partnership with organizations from Holanda. Its main goal is to identify and highlight places in Mexico that are accessible to people with disabilities, allowing communities to share practical information about physical access and services.

How contributions work

Contributors can quickly report on a location’s accessibility by completing a few short prompts and attaching photos. Reports include an accessibility pin based on standardized criteria, alongside optional comments about the user’s experience. This structured feedback helps build a clearer, crowd-sourced picture of how navigable a site really is.

What you can do in the app

• Search for nearby accessible venues and services using location tools and filters
• Upload photos to illustrate ramps, signage, entrances, bathrooms, and other access features
• Answer brief, guided questions about a place’s accessibility conditions
• Mark locations with an accessibility pin and add personal notes or ratings

Finding accessible locations

The app’s discovery tools make it simple to locate accessible places close to you. Results can be filtered by the type of facility or specific accessibility features, helping users plan visits with more confidence.

Other apps to consider

• RideGuide (Free)
• Hero (Free)

Why this matters

By pooling local knowledge, Mapatón helps people with disabilities, caregivers, and planners make better decisions and encourages venue owners to improve access. Its straightforward interface is designed so anyone can contribute, making accessibility information more widely available and easier to use.