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Hide a cache ~ Update geocache coordinates
This article describes how to update the posted coordinates for a geocache. Learn how to update waypoint coordinates her
Hide a cache ~ Check for minimum distance
New geocaches must be at least 0.1 miles (528 feet or 161 meters) from the physical elements of other caches. To check f
Hide a cache ~ Challenge-Caches (Deutsch)
Was ist ein Challenge-Cache?
Um einen Challenge-Cache [challenge - (engl.) Herausforderung] als Fund zu loggen, muss de
Hide a cache ~ Challenge caches
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What is a challenge cache?
A challenge cache requires seekers to find an associated p
Hide a cache ~ Environmentally friendly geocaching
These tips will help you protect the environment while geocaching in the great outdoors! To learn more about our environ
Community ~ Unsupported devices and browsers
Our websites and mobile apps have certain technology requirements that may change from time to time. If you device or br
My account ~ Accept or block friend requests
There are two options to respond to a friend request:
Follow the link in the email you receive.
Check your pendi
Hide a cache ~ Place your cache
Many cache submissions are not published due to basic violations. Before you hide a cache, read the geocaching guide
My account ~ Not receiving emails from Geocaching.com
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My account ~ Recover password or username
Recover your password
Visit Geocaching.com.Sign out of your account.Visit the Recover your Username or Password pag
Hide a cache ~ Is my idea publishable?
Geocaching HQ and community volunteer reviewers cannot tell you before you submit your cache page for review whether it
Hide a cache ~ Geocache Health Score
Geocaching is more fun when caches are available to find. To help improve the overall caching experience, Geocaching HQ
Hide a cache ~ Commercial guidelines explained
This page helps clarify two sections of the geocache hiding guidelines:
No agendas
No commercial content
Check y
For the new geocacher ~ Ten tips when looking for a cache
Use your intuitionYour GPS or smartphone only gets you within about 30 feet of the cache location. When you’re close,
Adventure Lab® ~ Who can create an Adventure
Geocachers
To create an Adventure, you must be granted a credit by Geocaching HQ. For now, our priority is to make sure
My account ~ Can't stay logged in
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Partner with us ~ Public API program
For information regarding the Geocaching API and Authorized Developer Applications, visit this link.
If you are an esta
For the new geocacher ~ The history of Geocaching HQ
With the flip of a switch...
On May 2, 2000, at approximately midnight Greenwich Mean Time, the great blue switch* cont
My account ~ Validate account
When you set up an account with Geocaching.com, you will receive a validation email. Select the link provided in that em
For the new geocacher ~ Well-stocked geocaching bag
You never know when the urge to geocache will hit, so keep your geocaching bag ready. Here is a list of common items you
Hide a cache ~ Camping Event caches
Camping is a popular activity among geocachers, and long weekend camping trips particularly so. It’s becoming common to
Hide a cache ~ Submit a cache page
Submit a cache page
Before you create a new cache page, choose a good container and place your cache.
Create n
Hide a cache ~ Geocache planning map
What’s on the map?
The planning map shows all visible physical locations for existing geocaches. This includes visible
For the new geocacher ~ Find your first cache
Download the free Geocaching® app. See Geocaching 101 for hints for new geocachers.
To increase yo
For the new geocacher ~ Geocaching etiquette
We like to keep things fun for everyone, so we have a few rules we encourage everyone to follow.
Sign both
Premium membership ~ Edit payment information
In your settings, select Account
Select Edit membership.
Select Update Payment Method to
Partner with us ~ GeoTours video introduction
Learn what a GeoTour can do for your area
Get ready for more visitors!
Find ou
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Trackables ~ Bogus trackable Logs
To post “Discover” logs without physically interacting with the trackable is discouraged by Geocaching.com. However, som
Hide a cache ~ Indoor geocaches
Geocaching is primarily an outdoor activity, but in some cases you can hide geocaches indoors.
You must get p
Hide a cache ~ Community volunteer reviewers
Geocaching is a
community driven
game played all around the world. It relies on the support of more than 4
Hide a cache ~ Don't bury your cache or attach it to a tree
Digging is not allowed
Creating a hole in the ground can damage the environment and displease landowners. Therefore you
Hide a cache ~ Add a solution checker to your Mystery Cache page
Mystery Caches often include a tool to check solutions on the cache page. This helps geocachers ensure their solved coor
Hide a cache ~ Agenda guideline explained
Geocaching is intended to be a fun, family-friendly game, not a platform for an agenda. Therefore, cache pages should no
Hide a cache ~ Links in geocache pages
Technology is rapidly evolving. As we encounter new technology on cache pages, we consider if it is appropriate for
Hide a cache ~ Software, apps, technology, and downloads
Technology is rapidly evolving. As we encounter new technology on cache pages, we consider if it is appropriate for our
Hide a cache ~ Geocaching HQ visits
Join us at the Geocaching HQ Visitor Center in Seattle, WA
We are excited you want to visit us! As a working office,
Hide a cache ~ Geocaching Events
Geocaching Event Caches are get-togethers listed on Geocaching.com. They are organized by local geocachers and geocachin
Geocaching® app & GPS ~ View photos from a geocache page
View photos uploaded by the cache owner
Select a cache and open the cache page.
Scroll down and select Photos.
Swip
Find a cache ~ Create a Pocket Query
Premium Members can use the Pocket Query (PQ) feature to create a set of caches to download to GPS devices and the Geoca
Community ~ Geocaching groups and organizations
One of the best ways to learn about geocaching and connect with your local geocaching community is to join a geocaching
Hide a cache ~ Cache containers explained
The popularity and longevity of a geocache often depends on the cache container. Before you choose a container, check ou
Hide a cache ~ Cache review process
Review process
A local reviewer checks your cache page against our guidelines and regional policies, but does not vi
Hide a cache ~ Unpublished geocaches may be archived
It’s good etiquette to submit your cache page for review within three months of creation. Inactive and unpublished cache
Hide a cache ~ Respond to "throwdowns"
Throwdowns are strongly discouraged
A “throwdown” is a container placed by a geocacher who cannot find the original cac
Trackables ~ Trackable collections
Trackable owners can set the status of their trackable items as collectible or non-collectible.
Collectible
Any geoc
Hide a cache ~ Virtual Rewards - Inspiration tips
In 2017, 2019, 2022, and 2024 Geocaching HQ offered 4,000 cache hiders the opportunity to create one Virtual Cache. Foll
Hide a cache ~ Virtual Rewards - Guidelines
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On January 17, 2024, March 1, 2022, June 4,
Hide a cache ~ Create an EarthCache
An EarthCache provides an earth science lesson through a visit to a unique geological feature. For examples and ideas, s
Find a cache ~ What is a GeoTour?
Plan your geocaching vacation with GeoTours
GeoTours are collections of geocaches that create self-guided, themed tou