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Random Coordinates Generator

The Random Coordinates Generator creates random latitude and longitude coordinates in decimal degrees. Pick the whole world or a region such as the contiguous United States, Europe or Africa, and choose 2 to 6 decimal places. Paste results straight into Google Maps. No sign-up, nothing stored.

Random Coordinates Generator

Press Generate for your result.

How the Random Coordinates Generator works

  1. 1

    Set your options

    Set your options, or just use the sensible defaults.

  2. 2

    Generate

    Press Generate to get a coordinate pair instantly, powered by crypto-grade randomness.

  3. 3

    Copy & use

    Copy your result with one tap. Everything runs locally, nothing is stored or sent anywhere.

What is the Random Coordinates Generator?

The Random Coordinates Generator is a free online tool that produces coordinate pairs with no predictable pattern. It uses your browser's cryptographically-strong randomness, so every result is fair and independent, ideal for map games, testing and geocaching-style challenges.

The Random Coordinates Generator creates random latitude and longitude coordinates in decimal degrees. Pick the whole world or a region such as the contiguous United States, Europe or Africa, and choose 2 to 6 decimal places. Paste results straight into Google Maps. No sign-up, nothing stored.

Latitude and longitude basics

  • Latitude runs from -90 (South Pole) to 90 (North Pole).
  • Longitude runs from -180 to 180, with 0 at Greenwich.
  • Positive latitude is north; negative longitude is west.

Ways to use the Random Coordinates Generator

The Random Coordinates Generator whisks you somewhere unexpected in a single click. Draw random coordinate pairs for travel ideas, learning and games.

Travel inspiration

Not sure where to go next? Let the Random Coordinates Generator suggest a random coordinate pair and use it as a starting point for your next adventure or bucket list.

Geography and learning

Teachers and students use random coordinate pairs for quizzes, flashcards and 'find it on the map' challenges that make geography stick.

Games and quizzes

Power 'guess the coordinate pair' rounds, trivia nights and classroom games with fair, unpredictable draws every time.

Worldbuilding and writing

Writers and game masters use random coordinate pairs to seed settings, journeys and encounters for their stories and campaigns.

Tips

Generate a batch of coordinate pairs to build a themed quiz or travel shortlist, then copy the whole set in one tap.

Random Coordinates Generator, FAQ

How do I find a random location on Google Maps?
Generate a coordinate, copy it (for example 37.4219, -122.0841) and paste it into the Google Maps search bar.
Are the coordinates always on land?
No. Regions are rectangles (bounding boxes) around the area, so some points land in the sea or a neighbouring country, especially for World. That is expected for truly random points.
Can I get random coordinates in the US?
Choose "Contiguous USA" to stay within the bounding box of the lower 48 states.
How precise are the coordinates?
4 decimal places is about 11 metres; 6 decimal places is about 11 centimetres.
How do I use the Random Coordinates Generator?
Set your options if you like, then press Generate. You'll get a coordinate pair instantly, ready to copy. Sensible defaults mean you can also just hit Generate.
Is the Random Coordinates Generator really random?
Yes. Where available, Toolssy uses the browser's Web Crypto API, far stronger than a basic Math.random() call, so your coordinate pairs are genuinely unpredictable and unbiased.
Is the Random Coordinates Generator free, and do you store my results?
It's completely free with no account and no limits, and no, nothing is stored. Everything runs locally in your browser, so your inputs and results are never sent to a server or logged.

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