Allow location
Press Locate me and approve the browser permission prompt.
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Where am I
Find your approximate latitude and longitude in the browser. Free online tool — no sign-up. Built for quick, accurate checks. Runs locally in your browser.
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How to use
Read coordinates
Latitude and longitude appear with an accuracy estimate.
Copy or open maps
Copy coords, or open a map view centered on your position.
Where am I specification
Version 2.0.0 · Runtime tested · Local-first
App status
- Runtime tested Passed
- Local-only Verified
- Server data transfer None
- App version 2.0.0
Local-first runtime specification · Review policy
- Definition
- Geolocation reports the device’s estimated latitude and longitude from GPS, Wi‑Fi, or network sources.
- What it does
- Latitude/longitude pair and accuracy radius from the Geolocation API.
- Inputs
- Locate me (permission prompt)
- Copy coords / Open maps
- Outputs
- lat, lon to five decimal places
- Accuracy ± meters when available
- Rules
display = latitude.toFixed(5) + ', ' + longitude.toFixed(5)- Assumptions
- Uses enableHighAccuracy when supported.
- Timeout around 10 seconds for a fix.
- Units
- Degrees latitude/longitude; meters accuracy
- Limitations
- Denied permission shows Denied.
- Unsupported browsers show Unavailable.
- Indoor / VPN conditions may reduce accuracy.
- Example
- Locate → 37.77493, -122.41942 · Accuracy ±25 m
- Validation cases
- Deny permission → Denied with browser message
- Copy without locate → Prompt to locate first
- Sources
- W3C Geolocation API
- App version
- 2.0.0
About this tool
Details and tips for this tool.
Where am I asks for location permission, then shows your approximate coordinates. Copy them or open a map view—useful when you need a quick lat/lon without installing an app.
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Frequently asked questions
Key distinctions behind the tool.
Why do I need to allow location?
Browsers require permission before sharing GPS or network-based position with a page.
How accurate are the coordinates?
Accuracy depends on your device. The note shows an accuracy estimate in meters when provided.
Can I copy the coordinates?
Yes. After a successful locate, use Copy coords.
Where does Open maps go?
It opens a map centered on your coordinates in a new tab.
Are coordinates stored on a server?
No. The page reads them in your browser only.