How do I draw a circle on a map?

Open drawonamap.com/draw-circle-on-map/, select the Circle tool, and click and drag on the map. The two points define the diameter. Release to finish. Share the link so others see your circle instantly.

Can I draw multiple circles on the same map?

Yes. Draw as many circles as you need in as many colors as you want. All of them are captured in the shared link: no account required.

Can I draw a circle with an exact radius?

Use the Map Radius Tool at drawonamap.com/map-radius-tool/ to enter an exact radius in miles or kilometers. This page is for freeform circles drawn by dragging across the map.

What can I use map circles for?

Map circles are useful for showing delivery zones, neighborhood boundaries, search areas, event perimeters, evacuation zones, commute ranges, and property limits around any point of interest.

Is drawing circles on a map free?

Yes. Drawing circles on a map is completely free with no account required. You can draw unlimited circles, choose custom colors, and share them with a link at no cost.

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This tool is for freeform circles. Draw as many circles as you need in different sizes and colors, with no signup. If you need a specific distance around an address or point, use the Map Radius Tool to set an exact radius in miles or kilometers.

How to Draw a Circle on a Map

Open drawonamap.com: no signup or installation required, works instantly in any browser.
Search for a location: type an address or place name in the search bar and press Enter to navigate there.
Start drawing: the Circle tool is already selected for you.
Click and drag on the map: the two points define the diameter of the circle. Release to finish.
Share your circle: click the Share button to copy a link. Anyone who opens it sees your exact drawing.

What Can You Use Map Circles For?

Delivery and service zones: mark the area your business covers and share the link with customers so they can check if they're within your radius.
Neighborhood and search area boundaries: draw a circle around your workplace to visualize your maximum commute distance.
Event perimeters: show attendees the area of an event, parking zones, or a no-entry perimeter.
Property and land boundaries: mark circular areas around a property, well, tower, or any point of interest.

Guides & Tutorials

How to draw a circle on a map: step-by-step guide with tips for marking radius areas
Embed a map on your website: share custom circles and routes as an iframe on any page

Related Free Map Tools

Map Radius Tool: set a specific radius in miles or kilometers around any address.
Interactive Map for Your Website: embed your circles and annotations in a responsive iframe.
Need an address checker instead of a static map? Try the Service Area Widget.
Distance Calculator: measure straight-line distance between any two addresses.
Route Planner: plan multi-stop routes and share them as a link.