In this guide, we will walk you through the process of adding GPS locations to your pass template. This feature can be particularly useful for businesses that want to provide location-based offers or notifications to their customers.

To get the most out of location-based messaging, it's essential to understand how the system works from the ground up. Please refer to our guide - Triggering a Location-Based Message - for a detailed explanation of the key concepts.

A specific physical location defined by GPS coordinates which will determine where the notification is displayed on the lock screen.

The text displayed on the device's lock screen when the notification is triggered

This is the page that holds the list of tiers, and you can access the designer for each tier to edit the pass design. You can navigate here from the top menu.

Add a Location

Firstly navigate to the designer.

Click on the locations icon to open the locations page.

Click Add Location

You can either use an existing location that you have entered previously, or add a new location.

To add a new location, type the address in the search bar and select an address from the selection displayed. You can also use GPS co-ordinates.

When done, add your message text (this is what will display on the device lock screen)

When done, click "Create and Add" to complete the process, and then Save.

While there is no specific character limit for location triggered notifications, it is advisable to keep them concise and directive for optimal display.

Please note that if a notification message exceeds the available space on the Lock Screen, iOS may truncate it, potentially cutting off crucial information. The size of the text displayed varies depending on the user's screen size and system font settings. To ensure your message is suitable and effectively displayed, we recommend testing it on various devices.

By crafting short and directive notifications, you can maximize the chances of your message being fully visible and understood by the recipient.