Location QR Code Generator

Create a QR Code for a Map Location

Create a free location QR code online with FreeQRCodeCreate.com. Copy a map URL from your preferred map service and paste it into the generator above to create a QR code for the location.

You can use a Google Maps URL, Apple Maps URL, or a link from another map service. When someone scans the finished QR code, their device can open the map link so they can view the location, find directions, or explore the area.

The QR code stores the map URL you provide. It does not depend on a particular map service, so you can create a QR code for any map link that can be opened on the user's device.

How to Create a Location QR Code

1. Find the location. Open your preferred map service and find the address, business, venue, or other location you want to share.
2. Copy the map URL. Use the map service's sharing or link option to copy the URL for the location.
3. Paste the URL. Paste the map link into the Location QR Code Generator above.
4. Customize your QR code. Choose your colours, QR code style, gradient, or logo.
5. Test the QR code. Scan the finished QR code with a smartphone and make sure the intended map location opens.
6. Download the QR code. Save the finished QR code as PNG, JPG, or SVG.

What Is a Location QR Code?

A location QR code is a QR code containing a URL for a map location. Instead of asking someone to type an address or search for a place, you can provide a QR code that gives them a quick way to open the location on their phone.

A location QR code can contain a link from Google Maps, Apple Maps, Bing Maps, OpenStreetMap, or another map service. The QR code simply stores the URL you provide.

When the code is scanned, the device can open the map URL in a browser or an appropriate map application, depending on the device and the apps installed on it.

Where Can You Use a Location QR Code?

Businesses and Shops

Add a location QR code to business cards, signs, flyers, receipts, or advertisements so customers can quickly find your business.

Restaurants and Cafés

Put a location QR code on menus, promotional materials, or business cards to help customers find your restaurant or café.

Hotels and Accommodation

Use a location QR code on booking information, welcome materials, brochures, or signs to help guests find your property.

Events and Venues

Add a map QR code to invitations, tickets, posters, and event information so attendees can quickly open the venue location.

Real Estate

Estate agents and property businesses can use location QR codes to share the map location of properties, developments, offices, or viewing locations.

Directions and Meeting Points

Create a QR code for a meeting point, parking location, entrance, landmark, or other place that you want people to find easily.

What Map URLs Can I Use?

You can use a URL from a map service as long as the link can be opened by the people scanning your QR code.

• Google Maps
• Apple Maps
• Bing Maps
• OpenStreetMap
• Other map services that provide shareable URLs

Before publishing the QR code, open the map URL yourself and make sure it points to the correct location.

Customize Your Location QR Code

Customize your map QR code to match your business, event, website, or printed material.

Custom Colours

Choose a QR code colour and background colour while maintaining enough contrast for reliable scanning.

QR Code Styles

Choose different dot and corner styles to create a QR code that fits your design.

Gradients

Add a gradient for a more distinctive QR code design.

Add a Logo

Upload a logo to create a branded location QR code. Test the final design after adding a logo to make sure it scans correctly.

Location QR Code Best Practices

• Check the map link. Make sure the URL opens the exact location you want to share.
• Use good contrast. Make sure the QR code is clearly visible against its background.
• Choose an appropriate size. Make the QR code large enough to scan from the intended distance.
• Leave space around the QR code. Keep the area surrounding the code clear.
• Test before printing. Scan the finished QR code with a smartphone and confirm that the correct map location opens.
• Test the printed version. If you are printing the QR code, test the actual printed size before producing a large quantity.

Download Your Location QR Code

Download your finished location QR code as PNG, JPG, or SVG. SVG is useful for printing because it can be resized without losing image quality. PNG and JPG are convenient for websites, documents, social media, and other digital uses.

Always scan the final QR code before publishing or printing it to confirm that the correct map location opens.