Abstract IP Geolocation vs Gisgraphy webservices
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with Abstract IP Geolocation.
Abstract IP Geolocation
Geolocate website visitors from their IPs
Gisgraphy webservices
Since 2006, [Gisgraphy](http://www.gisgraphy.com) is a free, open source framework that offers the possibility to do geolocalisation and geocoding via Java APIs or REST webservices. Because geocodi...
Abstract IP Geolocation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Gisgraphy webservices
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abstract IP Geolocation | Gisgraphy webservices |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abstract IP Geolocation works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.