Create a group

Want to collect, organize, and share routes and locations around a specific theme, project, or event? A group on RouteYou is an easy way to keep everything neatly organized. On this page, you'll learn step by step how to set up a group according to your needs.

  This can only be done via the website.

STEP-BY-STEP:

  1. Register and/or log in to RouteYou
      Make sure you're logged in with the account you want to manage the group with.
     
  2. From the main menu  main_menu_gray.png  go to 'Groups' and then select 'Add a Group'. 
     
  3. Fill in the basic info and choose your settings
      Decide how your group looks and who can do what.
      If you have a Premium account or higher, you can also customize the group’s appearance.
     
  4. Save
      Your group is now created! You can immediately start adding routes, locations, or members.
     

    TIP
    Want to add another group right away? Check 'Add another group after this'. You'll return directly to the creation page. Handy for organizations creating multiple groups.

 

Basic Info and Settings

When creating a group, start by filling in the basic info:

  • Language: the language used in the group description
  • Name: the name you want to give your group
  • Type: choose the standard type General (other types are for specialized uses)
  • Description: briefly describe your group’s content and purpose
  • Avatar: select a relevant image or photo. This icon helps you quickly recognize your group in a list.
  • Logo: upload a logo or image shown at the top of your group page

Then choose your settings:

  • Private or public: decide if your group is visible to everyone or only to you and members
  • Anyone can join: allow other RouteYou users to join your group
  • Anyone can publish: allow other users to link routes to your group
Group Visualization
Next Steps?

Now that your group is created, you can:

  • Add routes and print as a group printout
  • Link POIs (points of interest) to your group
  • Add members (users) and communicate with them
  • Collaborate on a route or route network
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