Convert GeoPackage to KML Online — Free & Instant
Exporting GeoPackage data to KML lets you visualise your GIS layers in Google Earth or share them via Google My Maps. Maparz converts the geometry and attributes from your GPKG file to KML format, ready for immediate use in Google's mapping tools.
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When to convert GeoPackage to KML
- Sharing QGIS project layers in Google Earth for client presentations
- Exporting GPKG field data to KML for mobile Google Earth viewing
How to convert GeoPackage to KML
- 1
Upload GPKG
Drop your .gpkg file.
- 2
Select KML
Click KML in the format panel.
- 3
Open in Google Earth
Double-click the downloaded .kml to open in Google Earth.
About GeoPackage format
GeoPackage (GPKG) is a modern, open standard format defined by the OGC that stores geospatial data in a single SQLite database file. It supports both vector and raster data, multiple layers per file, field name lengths up to 64 characters, and virtually any coordinate reference system. GeoPackage is endorsed by the OGC as the preferred replacement for Shapefile. It is supported by QGIS, ArcGIS Pro, GDAL, and PostGIS. Its SQLite base makes it portable and queryable without a server.
Strengths
- +Single file containing multiple layers
- +No field name length limit
- +Supports vector and raster in one file
- +SQLite-based — portable and queryable
About KML format
Keyhole Markup Language (KML) is an XML-based format developed for Google Earth and now maintained by the OGC. It is widely used in Google Maps, Google Earth, and many consumer-facing mapping applications. KML supports styled geometry, network links, folders, and time-based animations. It always uses geographic coordinates (WGS 84) and is stored as plain XML text. KMZ is simply a ZIP-compressed KML file, which can also include embedded images and other resources.
Strengths
- +Native in Google Earth and Google Maps
- +Supports rich styling and labels
- +Human-readable XML
Frequently asked questions
Will GPKG attribute data appear in Google Earth?
Yes. Attributes are stored as KML description fields, visible when you click a feature.