adresse.data.gouv.fr vs bng2latlong
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with bng2latlong.
adresse.data.gouv.fr
Address database of France, geocoding and reverse
bng2latlong
Convert British OSGB36 easting and northing (British National Grid) to WGS84 latitude and longitude
adresse.data.gouv.fr
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
bng2latlong
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | adresse.data.gouv.fr | bng2latlong |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
bng2latlong works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.