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# Location types

Each Location can be defined using one of two geofence types Radius or Polygon.

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### Radius

A circular geofence defined from a central point (latitude and longitude) or derived from an address.

* The radius can be set between 0.001 km and 1 km (approximately 3 to 3,280 feet).
* Recommended default: 100 metres (≈328 feet).
* Ideal for simple, evenly shaped areas such as depots, yards, or customer sites.

<Tip> Use a circular geofence for small, regularly shaped areas to simplify reporting. </Tip>

### Polygon

A polygonal geofence defined by an ordered array of coordinate pairs.

* Must include at least three latitude and longitude pairs.
* The geofence boundary is automatically closed by linking the first and last coordinate pair.
* Suitable for irregularly shaped areas such as large warehouses, airfields, or industrial estates.

<Note> When importing via API, ensure the coordinates are listed in order (clockwise or counter-clockwise) to prevent crossing lines or invalid shapes. </Note>