adresse.data.gouv.fr vs Google Maps
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with adresse.data.gouv.fr.
adresse.data.gouv.fr
Address database of France, geocoding and reverse
Google Maps
Create/customize digital maps based on Google Maps data
adresse.data.gouv.fr
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
Google Maps
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | adresse.data.gouv.fr | Google Maps |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Unknown |
When to use which?
adresse.data.gouv.fr is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.