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Changelog

Updates

Platform upgrade notes, map improvements, community systems, and release history for the current BunkerAtlas experience.

Current

v9.0.0

v9.0.0

Major platform upgrade and new map systems

June 2026

BunkerAtlas has moved to a new site platform with a faster map, stronger account features, and a cleaner interface across the site.

  • Migrated BunkerAtlas to a new site platform.
  • Added My Map so users can save locations and mark places as visited or want to go.
  • Improved the add location system with a cleaner map picking flow.
  • Improved approval handling so additions and edits are smoother while deletions still need review.
  • Delivered a major UI and UX update across map, account, profile, database, and admin pages.
  • Fixed minor visual bugs across the migrated experience.
  • Optimized the map loading system for smoother browsing.
  • Improved map caching so loaded locations stay available while moving around.
  • Removed the old 300 location loading limit.
  • Removed ads for logged-in users.
  • Improved account systems and signed-in navigation.

v8.1.2

Import coverage and map polish

March 2026

  • Expanded Overpass import coverage and mapped new categories, including Forts, Observation Post, and Trenches, with improved type handling.
  • Added stricter duplicate prevention and ran a global cleanup to remove nearby duplicates within 15 meters using type-aware keep rules.
  • Normalized imported titles to remove way id wording and retagged trench records to the dedicated Trenches type.
  • Updated map and header UX with multi-select type filtering, improved filter dropdown placement, and refreshed database menu actions with icons.
  • Improved location drawer metadata by showing country, type, and access with icons, and removed coordinate display from the drawer footer.

v8.1.1

Faster clustering

March 2026

  • Updated map clusters to a new custom grid-based system for faster loading and smoother map rendering.
  • Fixed map cluster issues and reduced lag on zoom levels 9-11.
  • Added an automatic Geolocation worker.

v8.1.0

UK coverage expansion

March 2026

  • Added more than 12,000 locations in the UK to massively improve national coverage.
  • Improved map clustering and marker loading for faster browsing in dense regions.
  • Refined location metadata quality to reduce duplicate and low-confidence entries.
  • Polished filters and search behavior for quicker discovery of nearby locations.

v8.0.9

Map stability

March 2026

  • Improved map tile loading stability for slower network connections.
  • Fixed intermittent marker overlap issues when rapidly zooming.
  • Reduced memory usage during long map sessions.

v8.0.8

Moderation improvements

March 2026

  • Improved moderation tools with clearer report review actions.
  • Fixed edge cases where hidden content previews were still visible.
  • Improved notification delivery consistency across devices.

v8.0.7

Country and search polish

March 2026

  • Added faster country-page loading with cached region summaries.
  • Improved search relevance for short location names and aliases.
  • Fixed stale results occasionally appearing after filter changes.

v8.0.6

Account stability

March 2026

  • Improved account security checks during suspicious sign-in attempts.
  • Fixed profile editing errors when saving long bios and links.
  • Updated backend validation for location submissions.

v8.0.5

Geolocation imports

March 2026

  • Added Geolocation Imports for faster location creation from coordinate-based sources.
  • Added clearer image upload progress states on location edit pages.
  • Fixed failed uploads retrying without showing useful feedback.

v8.0.4

Mobile map performance

March 2026

  • Improved map interaction smoothness on older mobile devices.
  • Fixed occasional freeze when opening multiple location cards quickly.
  • Reduced unnecessary API requests while panning and zooming.

v8.0.3

v8 search fixes

March 2026

  • Improved initial v8 search indexing to return results more consistently.
  • Fixed missing map thumbnails for some newly added locations.
  • Updated minor UI spacing across location, profile, and account pages.

v8.0.2

Session and profile fixes

March 2026

  • Improved account stability with better session handling and login reliability.
  • Fixed several profile and settings edge cases reported after v8.0.1.
  • Tuned location rendering performance for smoother interaction on mobile devices.

v8.0.1

Google Maps import and mobile login

March 2026

  • Added Google Maps import to bring in location details, photos, and info directly from Google Maps links.
  • Added second-factor authentication support for login on mobile devices.
  • Default profile banner now shows a placeholder image for new users.
  • Profile avatars now prioritize serving everywhere.
  • Improved mobile layout for the profile edit page.
  • Fixed account page showing incorrect supporter price.
  • Fixed modals appearing behind the header.
  • Made the header sticky on all pages for better navigation.
  • Updated the backend description worker with stricter verification rules to prevent incorrect bunker naming.
  • Edit page map now shows Satellite view with zoom 18.
  • Optimized responsiveness for smaller screens.

v8.0.0

Community accounts and refreshed design

March 2026

BunkerAtlas v8 introduced a new user system, community features, refreshed design, smoother browsing, and a stronger backend.

  • Launched community accounts with easier sign-up, login, and personal settings.
  • Added rich public profiles with photos, banners, social links, and location info.
  • Improved community safety and quality with stronger moderation across posts, comments, and reports.
  • Made profile progress more rewarding with visible ranks, contribution growth, and supporter highlights.
  • Improved search and discovery features to help members find places and community content faster.
  • Added a feedback system to collect user suggestions and bug reports.
  • Added supporter role to remove ads and support the project.
  • Added new location types and improved location data.
  • Added massive security improvements across the whole site and backend.

v7.1.1

Country pages and Street View

March 2026

  • Added changelog page and update tracking.
  • Added country pages for location discovery by country.
  • Added a new Fallout Shelter location type.
  • Added 9,000 Fallout Shelter locations across the United States.
  • Added Street View functionality.