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Abstract IP Geolocation vs HERE Maps

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

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HERE Maps

Create/customize digital maps based on HERE Maps data

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Abstract IP Geolocation

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use

HERE Maps

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureAbstract IP GeolocationHERE Maps
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

When to use which?

Abstract IP Geolocation works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.

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