FAQs
To request a change to the PokéStops in your neighborhood, go to Niantic's website and fill out this support form. It asks for the reason for your request, and you can choose one of the following options: Issues with Gym Battles. Dangerous PokéStop or Gym.
How to get a gym removed in Pokemon Go? ›
If you believe a PokéStop or Gym should be modified or removed, you can submit a request for us to review the location. The vast majority of PokéStops or Gyms in Pokémon GO were submitted by users to be included in our games.
How to get a PokéStop at your house? ›
First, go to an object or location that you think would make a good Wayspot. Tap the Main Menu button. Tap the Settings button. Tap the New PokéStop button to start the nomination.
Why can't i take my Pokémon out of a gym? ›
Once your Pokémon is on the Gym, the Gym changes from gray to the color of your team. Your Pokémon will only stay on the Gym if it is happy, so be sure to keep your Pokémon's motivation up by giving it treats often.
Can you manually remove Pokémon from Gyms? ›
Pokemon are only removed from gyms when the gym's level decreases. The maximum number of Pokemon assigned to a gym corresponds with the level of the gym. This can only happen when you fight a rival gym and win.
Why does Pokemon GO remove Gyms? ›
We will remove PokéStops or Gyms from Pokémon GO for a very specific and limited set of reasons: There's no longer safe pedestrian access to the location. The PokéStop or Gym obstructs or interferes with Emergency Services' ability to perform normal operations.
How do you find a Pokéstop in Pokémon GO? ›
- The database used for Pokemon Go game is basically based on google maps.
- Hence any religious place, bus stops, monuments, schools or any places where huge no. of people gather will be a poke stop. ...
- Search for above mentioned places around your place, in your neighborhood you will easily find a Pokestop.
How much does it cost to make a pokéstop? ›
$30 per month gets you one Pokéstop, with the ability to change its image/description/promotion once per month. $60 per month gets you a gym, with the ability to schedule one hour of raiding per month. This plan allows you to change the image/description/promotion twice per month.
Why is Pokémon GO not letting me put Pokemon in the gym? ›
Answers. You have to raise your gym's rating up to X level before it can hold X Pokemon. So, if your gym is ranked as a Level 2 gym, and there are 2 Pokemon defending it, you can train at it, adding prestige until it becomes a level 3 gym.
What happens if my Pokemon stays in a gym? ›
The longer your Pokémon is defending the Gym, the more PokéCoins you can earn.
A Pokemon will stay in a gym until its “motivation" hits “0” - or until it is knocked out by a trainer of a different team. If you find an unpopular gym (with no nearby trainers), and drop the right defender into it, your defender may stay indefinitely, with regular feeding of golden berries.
How do you put down a gym in Pokemon GO? ›
Submitting a PokéStop or Gym Contribution
- Tap a PokéStop or Gym from the Map View.
- Tap the arrow in the top right corner of the Photo Disc screen.
- Tap the three dots in the top right of the PokéStop/Gym details screen.
- Select from the available options.
Is there any way to get your Pokémon back from a gym? ›
Can Pokemon be recalled from Gyms in Pokemon GO? Sadly, there is no manual command a player can input to instantly transfer a monster from a Gym back to their collection. For whatever reason, even after all these years later, Niantic has yet to implement such a feature.
How do you change your gym team in Pokemon GO? ›
How to change teams in Pokémon Go: Steps overview
- Reach 1,000 PokéCoins. You can gain PokéCoins in two ways. ...
- Go to the shop. The Team Medallion can be found under the Upgrades section.
- Buy the Team Medallion. Exchange 1,000 PokéCoins for the Team Medallion.
- Use the Team Medallion. ...
- Enjoy your new team.
What happens if my Pokémon stays in a gym? ›
The longer your Pokémon is defending the Gym, the more PokéCoins you can earn.