One link that opens the right maps app, on any device.
There is no standard for opening a map location natively. Android uses geo: intents, iOS and macOS intercept Apple Maps links, while on desktop Google Maps in the browser is the go-to. Pick one format and every other platform breaks.
Building differentiation into each project adds complexity โ often a plain link is all you need.
One URL that handles detection. Add ?q= with a place, coordinates, or a query โ done.
The platform is detected and the visitor is redirected to the native maps app.
Enter a place name or address and hit go.
Free to use anywhere. No sign-up, no API key.
Open source on GitHub โ report issues, suggest features, or contribute.
github.com/ralftar/RBT.Maps