adresse.data.gouv.fr vs Postcodes.io
If you need a Geocoding API that's easy to integrate, go with Postcodes.io.
adresse.data.gouv.fr
Address database of France, geocoding and reverse
Postcodes.io
Postcode lookup & Geolocation for the UK
adresse.data.gouv.fr
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
Postcodes.io
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | adresse.data.gouv.fr | Postcodes.io |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Postcodes.io works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.