How to create a Location QR code
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Add the place
Type an address or place name, or paste the exact latitude and longitude for pinpoint accuracy.
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Style it
Add a frame such as “Scan for directions” and keep strong contrast so it scans outdoors.
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Download and test
Scan it and check that the pin lands in the right spot before you print.
How a location QR code works
The code stores a Google Maps link to your place. On Android it opens the Google Maps app. On iPhone it opens the Google Maps app if it’s installed, or Google Maps in the browser if not, where people can tap Directions. It’s a Google Maps QR code that anyone can use, with no account needed.
Address or coordinates?
- Address or place name: easiest when your business is listed on Google Maps. The search finds your listing, with photos, opening hours and reviews.
- Latitude and longitude: best for places without a clear address, such as a farmhouse, a wedding lawn, a gate on a large campus, or a meeting point in a park. The pin lands exactly where you chose.
To get coordinates on a computer, right-click the spot in Google Maps: the coordinates appear at the top of the menu, and clicking them copies them. On a phone, touch and hold the spot to drop a pin, and the coordinates appear in the search box.
Where to use a location QR code
- Wedding and event invitations, so guests don’t get lost on the way
- Shop flyers, visiting cards and delivery bags
- Hotel and homestay booking confirmations
- Real estate brochures for site visits
- Campus and hospital signs pointing to a specific building or gate
- Tour and trek guides marking meeting and pick-up points
Tips for better results
- Test the exact link. Search results can change as new places are added nearby. For events at a big venue, the coordinates of the right entrance are more reliable than the venue name.
- Add the written address as well. Some people prefer to read it, or share it with a driver over a call.
- Link to your listing if you have one. A Business Profile shows your photos and reviews, which builds trust before people arrive. Pair it with a Google review QR code at the counter.
- For permanent signs, consider a dynamic QR code. If your business moves, you can update the location without replacing the sign.
Print size
Location codes are short and scan easily. On invitations and cards, 2–2.5 cm is enough. On outdoor signs, think big: for scanning from 3 metres away, make the code about 30 cm wide, and use a matte finish so sunlight doesn’t cause glare. Place outdoor codes at eye level, away from spots where vehicles or crowds block the view.
Location, event or both?
If you’re inviting people to something that happens at a set time, an event QR code adds the date and venue to their calendar, while a location code gets them there on the day. Many invitations print both, side by side: “Save the date” and “Get directions”.