How to make a QR code for a Google Maps location
Finding a place the first time is stressful, especially for a rental, an event or a business with an awkward entrance. A code that opens the location in the visitor's map app gets them there.
This page shows how to get the right map link, and why a dynamic code helps when you move or change the entrance.
How do I make a QR code for a Google Maps location?
The steps are short.
- Open Google Maps and search your address, or drop a pin on the exact entrance.
- Choose Share, and copy the link.
- Make a code that opens that link.
- Scan it on both an iPhone and an Android phone and check that the right place appears.
Should the code open a place or directions?
A place link shows the pin and lets the visitor choose how to travel. A directions link starts from where they are. For most signs, the place link is more flexible. For an event with a tricky entrance, drop a pin on the actual door or car park instead of the street address.
Where do people put map QR codes?
On invitations, flyers, vacation rental welcome cards, delivery instructions, hotel cards and shop doors for "find our other location". For an event, add it to the ticket.
What if the address changes?
A dynamic code points at a link you can change. If you move, or the entrance changes for an event, update the destination and the printed invitations keep working.
Questions
Does the code work with Apple Maps?
A Google Maps link usually opens in the visitor's map app or browser. Test on an iPhone.
Can I add a parking pin?
Yes. Drop a pin at the car park and link to that.
Cost?
$3 once per code.
Do visitors need Google Maps installed?
No. The link opens in a browser if the app is not present.
Will it open the right place on every phone?
Usually. Test on an iPhone and an Android phone.
Can I link to a car park instead?
Yes, drop a pin on the car park and link to that.
Get a dynamic QR code for $3
Pay once. Pick the page your code opens, print it wherever you need it, and change the page whenever you like.