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Location QR Code Generator
A location QR code helps someone find a place without typing an address. You can encode decimal latitude and longitude, which uses the compact geo: format, or a full map link that opens in a browser.
Map links are the most predictable option because they work wherever the map provider is available. Coordinates are smaller and more portable, but device support for geo: links is uneven.
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Test first: scan the finished code with at least one phone camera before you print, laminate or publish it.
Before you print or share
- Opening the code may require a maps app or a network connection. Some iPhones do not handle geo: links, so test before printing an important sign.
- Coordinates are not an address. Double-check the decimal format and the hemisphere signs (negative values are south and west).
Practical guidance for this generator
Example: Enter 51.5074 and -0.1278 for a London venue, generate, then scan on Android and iPhone to compare how each opens it.
Common mistakes
- Typing 51,5074 with a comma instead of a decimal point.
- Dropping the minus sign for a southern or western coordinate.
- Choosing coordinates for a public sign without testing iPhone support.
Testing checklist
- Scan on the devices your visitors are most likely to carry.
- Check that the pin lands on the right entrance, not the street centre.
- Compare the result with the map URL version.
When to choose a different tool
Use a full map URL instead of coordinates if your audience uses devices that do not handle geo: links.
How to create this QR code
Choose coordinates or a map URL.
Enter decimal coordinates or paste a map link.
Generate the code, scan it on the devices your visitors use, then download.
Coordinates versus a map link
Coordinates use the compact geo: URI and work well on Android, but support on iPhone is inconsistent. A full map URL opens in any browser, is easier to verify, and lets you choose the map provider your audience already uses.
For invitations and delivery notes, a map link is usually the safer choice. For a short internal label, coordinates keep the pattern small.
- Use decimal degrees, not degrees, minutes and seconds.
- Negative latitude is south; negative longitude is west.
- Long-press or right-click the exact spot to copy coordinates.
- Test the code on the devices your visitors actually carry.
Sources and review
This page is reviewed by the QRKit Editorial Team. Recommendations are based on practical testing, public platform documentation, and common failure modes reported by users. Test the final code on the exact devices and materials you plan to use.
Frequently asked questions
Which format should I use?
For a public audience, a full map URL is usually more reliable. Coordinates are compact and work well on Android but may not open on every iPhone.
How do I find the coordinates?
In most map apps, long-press or right-click the exact spot and copy the latitude and longitude shown. Use a decimal point, not a comma.
Does the QR code track who opens the location?
No. It contains only the coordinates or map URL. QRKit does not add tracking and cannot see who scans the code.