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Address to latitude and longitude

Type any address, landmark or place name and get its exact latitude and longitude — in decimal degrees and DMS — plus a Plus Code and a map marker you can copy in one tap. Free geocoding powered by OpenStreetMap, with no account and no rate-limit wall.

Geocoding is free and uses OpenStreetMap data — no API key, no signup, no rate-limit wall.

What is address-to-coordinates conversion?

Address-to-coordinates conversion — also called forward geocoding — turns a human-readable address or place name into a precise latitude and longitude. Instead of "Eiffel Tower, Paris", you get a point like 48.8584, 2.2945 that maps, GPS devices, databases and code can use directly to mark the exact spot on Earth.

How to convert an address to coordinates

  1. Type an address, landmark or place name into the search box (adding a city or country helps with common names).
  2. Press Search and pick the correct match if more than one place is returned.
  3. Read the latitude and longitude in decimal degrees and DMS, plus the Plus Code, on the map below.
  4. Tap copy next to any value, or open the point in Google Maps.

What you get for each address

OutputExampleBest for
Decimal degrees (DD)48.8584, 2.2945Apps, links, spreadsheets, code
DMS48°51′30″N 2°17′40″EPaper maps, charts, aviation
Plus Code8FW4V75V+8QSharing a spot with no street address
Map markerPin at the resultVisually confirming the right place

Why some addresses return several matches

Place names are rarely unique — there are dozens of "Springfield" and "Main Street" entries worldwide. When a query is ambiguous, this tool lists every candidate so you can pick the right one. To get a single precise hit, include a postal code, city or country, e.g. use the reverse tool to double-check the result address.

Accuracy, privacy and limits

Coordinates come from OpenStreetMap's geocoder, so accuracy depends on how well the address is mapped — full street addresses usually resolve to the building, while broad place names resolve to a city or area centroid. The service is free with no account; only your search text is sent to look up the place. Need the other direction? Try coordinates to address or convert formats with the coordinate converter.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert an address to latitude and longitude?
Type the address or place name above, press Search, and pick the right match. You'll instantly get the latitude and longitude in decimal degrees and DMS, plus a Plus Code and a map marker. Copy any value with one tap — no account or app required.

Is this address-to-coordinates tool free?
Yes. Geocoding uses free OpenStreetMap data with no API key, no signup and no rate-limit wall. Just type an address and read the coordinates. For the reverse, see coordinates to address.

Why does my address return multiple results?
Many place and street names repeat across the world, so the geocoder returns every candidate it finds. Pick the correct one from the list. Adding a city, postal code or country to your search narrows it down to a single precise match.

How accurate are the coordinates?
Accuracy depends on the address. A complete street address usually pinpoints the building, while a city or region name returns that area's center. Decimal degrees shown to six places resolve to roughly 11 cm on the ground, on the WGS84 datum used by GPS and Google Maps.

What is a Plus Code and why is it shown?
A Plus Code is a short open code (e.g. 8FW4V75V+8Q) that pinpoints a location even where there's no street address. It's handy for sharing rural spots, building entrances or meeting points. Learn more with the coordinate converter.

Can I convert coordinates back into an address?
Yes — that's called reverse geocoding. Use the coordinates to address tool: paste a latitude and longitude (or click the map) and get the matching street address, city, region and country.