How do I draw a radius on a map?

Open drawonamap.com/map-radius-tool/, choose Enter exact radius, type a distance in miles or kilometers, and click the map to place the circle's center. You can also drag from one edge of a circle to the opposite edge to draw by eye.

Can I set an exact radius in miles or kilometers?

Yes. Choose Enter exact radius, type any numeric distance in miles or kilometers, and click the map to place the circle around your chosen location. Exact radius circles are free and do not require an account.

What is a map radius tool used for?

A map radius tool is used to show delivery zones, search areas, neighborhood boundaries, event perimeters, evacuation zones, and property limits. Draw a circle around any point on the map and share the link instantly.

Is this map radius tool free?

Yes. Both exact radius circles and circles drawn by eye are free with no account required. You can draw as many circles as you need, use any colors, and share them with a link at no cost.

Map Radius Tool: Draw a Radius Around Any Location

Enter any distance in miles or kilometers, click the map to choose the center, and get a precise circle. Free, no signup required.

Draw a circle by eyeDrag from one edge to the opposite edge

Need a specific distance? Choose Enter exact radius, type the distance in miles or kilometers, then click the map where you want the center. It is free and requires no account. You can also draw a circle by eye by dragging from one edge of the circle to the opposite edge.

How to Use the Map Radius Tool

Find the location: search for an address or pan and zoom to the area you need.
Enter the radius: click Enter exact radius, type a number, and choose miles or kilometers.
Place the center: click the point on the map that should sit in the middle of the circle.
Adjust it if needed: select the circle and choose Enter exact radius again to change its size without moving its center.
Share your radius: click Share to copy a link that preserves the circle and map view.

Prefer to draw by eye? The Circle tool is already selected on this page. Press and drag from one edge of the circle to the opposite edge; the distance between those two points is the circle's diameter.

Common Uses for the Map Radius Tool

Delivery zones: show customers the area you cover with a single radius circle.
School catchment areas: visualize which homes fall within walking distance of a school.
Real estate searches: draw a radius around your workplace to filter properties by commute distance.
Event planning: mark the perimeter of an outdoor event or festival area.

Guides & Tutorials

How to draw a circle on a map: step-by-step guide for marking radius areas, delivery zones, and neighborhoods
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