adresse.data.gouv.fr vs BigDataCloud's Free API
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with BigDataCloud's Free API.
adresse.data.gouv.fr
Address database of France, geocoding and reverse
BigDataCloud's Free API
Get free client-side reverse geocoding API and Client Info API. No account creation and API key required.
adresse.data.gouv.fr
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
BigDataCloud's Free API
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | adresse.data.gouv.fr | BigDataCloud's Free API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
BigDataCloud's Free API works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.