From an address to the map

Each of these tools hands what it finds to the next one.

Latitude and longitude lookup

An address gives its coordinates, and its Google Place ID when Google has one.

Place ID finder (you are here)

A business name gives its Place ID and its location.

Local rank checker

The location and a keyword give a grid of Google Maps rankings around it.

What is a Google Place ID?

A Google Place ID is a unique identifier that Google assigns to every place in its database. It's a stable, unchanging reference that allows you to precisely identify a specific business, landmark, or location across Google's services.

Why Do You Need a Place ID?

Local Rank Tracking: Track a specific business's rankings without name-matching ambiguity
Google Maps API: Reference a place directly in API calls for reviews, details, or directions
Google Business Profile: Verify you're working with the correct listing
Competitor Analysis: Monitor specific competitor locations accurately
Multi-Location Businesses: Distinguish between different branches of the same business

How Place IDs Work

Place IDs are permanent identifiers that don't change even if a business updates its name, address, or phone number. They look like:

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This alphanumeric string can be used in Google Maps URLs, API calls, and SEO tools to reference the exact same place every time.

Related Tools

Local Rank Tracker — Track rankings using Place ID for accuracy
Lat/Long Lookup — Find coordinates for any address

Google Place ID Finder