To find your Trainer Code in Pokémon GO, tap your Trainer avatar in the bottom-left corner of the map, open the Friends tab, and tap Add Friend. Your 12-digit Trainer Code appears at the top of the screen, along with a QR code. Tap Copy to copy it or Share to send it in a message or social app. Other players enter that code to send you a friend request.
How to find your Trainer Code
- Open Pokémon GO.
- Tap your Trainer avatar (your profile picture) in the bottom-left corner of the map.
- Tap the Friends tab at the top.
- Tap Add Friend.
- Your Trainer Code appears at the top. Tap Copy or Share, or show the QR code to a friend nearby.
How to add a friend with their Trainer Code
- Go to your profile > Friends > Add Friend.
- Tap the field under the QR code and enter their 12-digit code, or tap the camera icon to scan their QR code.
- Tap Send (or Enter). Once they accept, you’re friends.
You can also send a request from a Campfire profile, or accept one from the Friends list, where pending requests appear at the top.
Why friends are worth adding
- Send and open Gifts for items, Stardust, and eggs.
- Trade Pokémon with friends who are nearby.
- Get attack bonuses in raids and battles with friends, which grow as your friendship level rises.
- Earn XP as your friendship level increases, which helps with some level-up requirements.
Tips for sharing your code safely
- Your Trainer Code only lets people send you friend requests. It doesn’t reveal your location or account details.
- Friends can see your Trainer name, level, and some activity, like gifts and your Pokémon buddy. Accept requests only from people you’re comfortable with.
- To remove a friend, tap them in your Friends list, scroll down, and tap Remove Friend.
- Share codes in the official Pokémon GO communities or trusted groups, and never share your Pokémon Trainer Club or Google login.
Looking for practice battles? See where the Team Leader battles are in Pokemon GO.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change my Trainer Code?
No. Your Trainer Code is assigned permanently to your account.
How many friends can I have in Pokémon GO?
You can have up to 400 friends.
Why can’t I see Add Friend?
Friends unlock once you reach trainer level 10 in most regions. Keep playing to level up.
Can I find my Trainer Code on the Pokémon GO website?
The code is shown in the app. The Pokémon GO web store and Campfire app may show your Trainer name, but the Add Friend screen is the easiest place to find your code.
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