Free Location / Maps QR Code Generator

Encode a place as a static QR—default Google Maps URL (cross-device), optional geo:lat,lon. No signup, no short link that dies after a trial. Scanning opens maps or a browser; the user confirms navigation.

✓ No signup ✓ Never expires ✓ Client-side only ✓ PNG & SVG

Lawful use only. For storefronts, events, and places you may share—not private or sensitive locations without consent. Not a Google or Apple official tool. Coordinates and addresses stay in your browser.

Generate your location / maps QR

Enter coordinates and/or a place name. We build the payload in your browser. Whitespace is trimmed; invalid coords show a clear error—no silent QR.

1. Place details

Default: a Google Maps URL opens in Maps apps or the browser on most phones (including iOS Camera).

−90 to 90

−180 to 180

Maps URL mode can use a query alone, coords alone, or both. geo: mode needs coords only (name is not encoded).

2. Style

Payload

Privacy: coordinates and addresses stay on your device. Nothing is uploaded to create the QR.

3. Preview & download

Your location QR will appear here. It encodes the Maps URL or geo: payload directly—no redirect server.

How location / maps QR codes work

A Google Maps URL (for example https://maps.google.com/?q=40.7128,-74.0060) is the most portable default: most phone cameras open Maps or a browser so the guest can view the place and start directions after confirming.

A geo:lat,lon URI is shorter and can hand off to a maps app via platform intents—especially on Android. On iOS, Camera and link handling for geo: can differ, so prefer the Maps URL for mixed-device print (table tents, posters, invitations).

Pair with a calendar event QR when the place is tied to a time, or with café / restaurant guides when you also need WiFi, menu, or review codes.

FAQ

What is a location / maps QR code?

A QR that encodes a place—usually a Maps URL or geo: coordinates—so a phone can open maps after a scan.

Should I use a Maps URL or geo:?

Prefer Maps URL for most print jobs (better cross-device, including many iOS Camera scans). Use geo: when you specifically want a compact lat,lon URI and have tested the target devices.

Does scanning start navigation automatically?

Usually no. The device opens a maps app or browser; the user confirms directions.

Does this location QR expire?

A static payload does not expire because of a generator trial—the data lives in the image. Maps apps still control how URLs and geo: links open.

Is this an official Google or Apple Maps tool?

No. QRStatic is not affiliated with Google, Apple, or any maps provider.

Is my address or coordinates uploaded?

No. Everything runs in your browser.

Can I use this for any location?

Only for lawful sharing—business storefronts, public events, and places you may disclose. Do not encode private or sensitive locations without consent.

Next steps: Calendar event QR · Phone call / tel QR · SMS QR · WhatsApp click-to-chat QR · Email / mailto QR · vCard QR · WiFi QR · Google review QR · Café table tent · Restaurant menu QR