Web Map Service (WMS) is the golden standard for streaming georeferenced map images over the internet. At Svarmi, we’ve made it super easy to broadcast your 2D map data from any Datact channel straight into your favorite GIS or CAD tools! 🗺️✨

All 2D datasets in a Datact channel are served via our secure WMS endpoint—ready for you to plug into software like QGIS or ArcGIS. 🔌💻

🔑 Pro Tip: Your WMS key unlocks access to all channels in your team. Keep it secret, keep it safe! 🙊🔒

🚀 How to Connect a Datact Channel via WMS

1. Create Your WMS Key in Datact

1. Log in at datact.svarmi.com

2. Click the ⚙️ cog wheel on the left to open Settings.

3. Go to Three dots menu → WMS Settings

   

4. Click the “Create new API Key” button

   

5. Choose an expiration date—we recommend setting it for when you’ll actually need it. ⏳

   For temporary keys, pick a shorter window!

   

6. Hit Create, then copy your new WMS key and tuck it away in your password manager. ⚠️ You won’t be able to see it again after clicking “Done”!

   

7. Finally, grab the WMS URL from the home screen — it’s what you’ll paste into your GIS/CAD tool.

   

You’re all set! Now stream your Datact maps directly into:

• QGIS Setup ➡️
• ArcGIS Setup ➡️
• Trimble Business Center ➡️
• Trimble Access ➡️
• Autodesk Civil ➡️