adresse.data.gouv.fr vs LocationIQ
Both are solid Geocoding APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.
adresse.data.gouv.fr
Address database of France, geocoding and reverse
LocationIQ
Provides forward/reverse geocoding and batch geocoding
adresse.data.gouv.fr
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
LocationIQ
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | adresse.data.gouv.fr | LocationIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
adresse.data.gouv.fr is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. LocationIQ works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.