Landsat via USGS EarthExplorer
USGS EarthExplorer is the primary portal for downloading free Landsat imagery with global coverage, multiple sensors, and on-demand processing options.
Format GeoTIFF / HDF
Coverage Global
Resolution 15m to 100m depending on band
License Public domain
Update 16-day repeat for Landsat-8/9
Format
GeoTIFF / HDF
Geometry
Raster imagery
Coverage
Global
Resolution
15m to 100m depending on band
About this dataset
Free global Landsat imagery archive with Level-1 and Level-2 products from EarthExplorer.
Download free Landsat imagery from the USGS EarthExplorer portal for global land surface monitoring, change detection, and remote sensing analysis.
Land surface monitoring Change detection Vegetation index mapping
How to download
- 1 Open USGS EarthExplorer and sign in with a free account.
- 2 Search for your area of interest by coordinates, place name, or uploaded shapefile.
- 3 Filter by Landsat sensor, date range, and cloud cover.
- 4 Select the scene and download the Level-1 or Level-2 product.
FAQ
Do I need an account to download Landsat imagery?
A free USGS account is recommended for full access to EarthExplorer search and download features.
What is the spatial resolution of Landsat?
Landsat-8/9 provide 15m panchromatic, 30m multispectral, and 100m thermal infrared resolution.