# What is the minimum and maximum size of a Geo-Fence?

**GoSafer Security Knowledge Base**

*This operational reference is organized for GoSafer Security customers and staff. Alarm.com product names are retained where required for technical accuracy.*

## Overview

The size of a Geo-Fence refers to its radius. The minimum radius is 1.6 kilometers (or one mile), and the maximum radius is 160 kilometers (or 100 miles). However, it is not recommended to use an excessively wide radius. Note: If using an account in Canada, the minimum distance is 1.5 kilometers for a Geo-Fence.

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## Procedure

The size of a Geo-Fence refers to its radius. The minimum radius is 1.6 kilometers (or one mile), and the maximum radius is 160 kilometers (or 100 miles). However, it is not recommended to use an excessively wide radius.

### Note: If using an account in Canada, the minimum distance is 1.5 kilometers for a Geo-Fence.

## Source and support

For GoSafer Security assistance, visit [gosafersecurity.com](https://gosafersecurity.com/).

Original Alarm.com reference: [https://answers.alarm.com/Customer/Website\_and\_App/Mobile\_Features/Geo-Fences/What\_is\_the\_minimum\_and\_maximum\_size\_of\_a\_Geo-Fence](https://answers.alarm.com/Customer/Website_and_App/Mobile_Features/Geo-Fences/What_is_the_minimum_and_maximum_size_of_a_Geo-Fence)

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