Decimal Degrees (DD)
40.7128, -74.0060The most common GPS coordinate format. Uses decimal numbers for latitude and longitude.
Used in: Google Maps, GPS devices, most mapping apps
Supported Coordinate Formats
Our converter supports 7 different coordinate formats used worldwide in navigation, mapping, and geospatial applications.
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)
40°42'46"N 74°00'21"WTraditional navigation format using degrees, minutes, and seconds with N/S/E/W directions.
Used in: Aviation, nautical charts, cartography
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)
40°42.767'N 74°00.358'WHybrid format combining degrees with decimal minutes. Popular in marine navigation.
Used in: Marine navigation, geocaching, hiking GPS
Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM)
18T 583960 4507523Projected system dividing Earth into 60 zones. Uses easting/northing in meters.
Used in: Military, surveying, topographic maps
Military Grid Reference System (MGRS)
18TWL8395907523NATO's standard for locating points. Extends UTM with grid square identifiers.
Used in: NATO forces, emergency services, SAR
Google Plus Code
87G7PX7V+4HGoogle's open-source location code. Works like a street address for any location.
Used in: Address-less areas, delivery services
Geohash
dr5regw3pgHierarchical encoding where similar strings indicate nearby locations.
Used in: Database indexing, spatial queries
Coordinate Conversion Guide
Learn how to convert between different GPS coordinate formats, or use our free tool for instant conversions.
DD to DMS Conversion
Convert decimal degrees to degrees, minutes, and seconds. Multiply decimal by 60 to get minutes.
40.7128° → 40° 42' 46"DMS to Decimal Degrees
Add degrees + minutes/60 + seconds/3600. Use negative for South/West.
40° 42' 46" N → 40.7128°Convert Latitude Longitude to UTM
Transform lat/long coordinates to UTM format using zone info and Transverse Mercator projection.
18T 583960 4507523 → 40.71°N, 74.00°WMGRS to Decimal Degrees
Decode UTM zone and 100km grid to get precise coordinates.
18TWL83959... → 40.7128°NWho Uses This Tool?
Our coordinate converter is trusted by professionals and hobbyists worldwide.
Geocaching
Convert waypoints between formats for treasure hunting adventures.
Hiking & Outdoor
Plan routes and mark waypoints for outdoor navigation.
Surveying & Mapping
Professional surveyors convert between UTM, MGRS and geographic coordinates.
Google Maps Integration
Get coordinates compatible with Google Maps for easy location sharing.
Real Estate
Property professionals use precise coordinates for land surveys and documentation.
Aviation & Marine
Pilots and sailors use DMS coordinates for navigation charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about coordinate conversion and our free online tool.
What is a coordinate converter?
A coordinate converter is a tool that transforms geographic coordinates from one format to another. For example, converting decimal degrees (40.7128, -74.0060) to DMS format (40°42'46"N 74°00'21"W).
How accurate is this tool?
Our converter provides up to 6 decimal places of precision, which equals approximately ±0.11 meters accuracy.
Can I convert multiple coordinates at once?
Yes! Use our batch conversion feature to convert multiple coordinates simultaneously by entering them one per line or uploading a CSV file.
Do I need to create an account?
No, all our tools are completely free and require no registration. Your data stays in your browser.
What coordinate systems are supported?
We support DD, DMS, DDM, UTM, MGRS, Plus Codes, and Geohash formats. All conversions use the WGS84 datum.
How do I get coordinates for Google Maps?
Enter any coordinate format in our tool, and copy the Decimal Degrees (DD) result. DD format works directly in Google Maps - just paste it in the search bar.
How to convert latitude longitude to UTM?
Enter your lat/long coordinates in decimal degrees format (e.g., 40.7128, -74.0060), and our tool instantly shows the UTM equivalent. UTM is commonly used in surveying and military applications.
Can I use this for geocaching?
Absolutely! Geocachers frequently need to convert between DD, DMS, and DDM formats. Our tool supports all common geocaching coordinate formats with instant, accurate conversion.
What datum does this converter use?
Our coordinate converter uses the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) datum, which is the global standard used by GPS devices, Google Maps, and most modern mapping applications.