How do I add a pointer to the map?

Simply type an address or GPS coordinate into the search bar, or double-click anywhere on the map editor to drop a pointer. Once placed, you can customize its color, choose an icon, and add descriptions or notes.

Can I customize the color and shape of the map markers?

Yes, Create Mappins allows you to change pin colors instantly. On the Pro plan ($20/mo), you can choose from over 500 custom SVG icons to fit specific industries or categories.

Simple Map Marker Tool

Drop custom pointers and markers on a map

Need to mark locations, label addresses, or design map pointers? Register for free and start plotting custom pins in seconds.

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Everything you need to pin locations

1-Click Placement

Search for specific addresses, enter coordinates, or click directly on the canvas to place a pointer instantly.

Color & Icon Styling

Color-code your pins to organize different locations. Choose custom icons on Pro to represent different categories.

Clean Base Themes

Select from modern dark, light, satellite, or standard mapping layers to make your markers stand out.

Instant Sharing

Publish your map and generate clean share links or iframe embed codes to add the map to your site.

Clean, flexible location markers

Plot Multiple Locations

Need to mark more than one location? Create Mappins supports adding multiple pins per map. Upgrading to Pro lets you import thousands of coordinates from Excel.

Clean Tooltips & Descriptions

Add title labels, contact info, notes, and photos to each map pointer. Tooltips appear cleanly when viewers hover or tap on the markers.

Always In Sync

Edits in the dashboard synchronize with your public map embeds immediately. No need to update embed codes after making changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

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