adresse.data.gouv.fr vs US ZipCode
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
US ZipCode
Validate and append data for any US ZipCode
adresse.data.gouv.fr
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
US ZipCode
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Currently flagged as inactive
| Feature | adresse.data.gouv.fr | US ZipCode |
|---|---|---|
| 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. US ZipCode works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.