How to build a map website in one afternoon? How to get 1 million visits in less than 24 hours? How to technically survive to an unexpectedly high traffic without spending a huge amount of money? A story about a small GIS company that developed a website that helped millions in a very difficult moment. A tale of collaboration, generosity, open source software and luck. The ‘Keep it simple’ motto to the highest extent. Starring Geomatico, Mapbox, COVID-19, Github, Amazon, Alejandro Sanz and Nicolás Maduro.