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Description

The Places API is a powerful service that delivers information about various locations through the use of HTTP requests. Within this framework, places are categorized as establishments, geographic settings, or notable points of interest. There are several types of place requests available: Place Search allows users to receive a list of places relevant to their current location or a search term. Place Details offers in-depth information about a particular location, including user-generated reviews. Place Photos grants access to a vast collection of images related to places stored in Google's extensive database. Place Autocomplete helps users by automatically completing the name and/or address of a location as they begin typing. Additionally, Query Autocomplete predicts and suggests queries for text-based geographic searches while users input their queries. Each of these services can be accessed through HTTP requests, returning responses in either JSON or XML formats, which makes integration into applications straightforward and efficient. This entire ecosystem enables developers to create rich location-based experiences for users.

Description

Positionstack is an API service that offers real-time global geocoding capabilities, allowing users to convert free-text addresses or place names into latitude and longitude coordinates through forward geocoding, as well as facilitating reverse geocoding by transforming geographic coordinates or IP addresses into organized location data, all accessible via straightforward REST endpoints that deliver responses in formats like JSON, XML, or GeoJSON. The service is built on a vast dataset that encompasses over two billion locations and addresses around the globe, coupled with a scalable cloud infrastructure designed to accommodate applications of varying sizes, effectively managing high request volumes while maintaining quick average response times and extensive geographic coverage. Additionally, Positionstack includes features such as batch geocoding for processing several locations simultaneously, support for multiple languages in its results, embeddable map URLs for easy integration, and optional modules that can provide additional details like country information or time zone data, thereby enabling developers to enhance their applications with rich location intelligence. This comprehensive suite of tools positions Positionstack as a key resource for businesses seeking to leverage geocoding technology effectively.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

C No 
C# No 
Go No 
Google Maps Yes 
Integry Yes 
JSON No 
Java No 
Klipso Yes 
Kymark Yes 
MetaLocator Yes 
PHP No 
Python No 
Quickwork Yes 
Rayven Yes 
Ruby No 
Shopobill Yes 
Smatleads Yes 
Swift No 
Titan CMS Yes 
WiserReview Yes 

Integrations

C Yes 
C# Yes 
Go Yes 
Google Maps No 
Integry No 
JSON Yes 
Java Yes 
Klipso No 
Kymark No 
MetaLocator No 
PHP Yes 
Python Yes 
Quickwork No 
Rayven No 
Ruby Yes 
Shopobill No 
Smatleads No 
Swift Yes 
Titan CMS No 
WiserReview No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Google

Founded

1998

Country

United States

Website

developers.google.com/places/web-service/overview

Vendor Details

Company Name

APILayer

Founded

2015

Country

Austria

Website

positionstack.com

Product Features

Location Intelligence

Behavioral Analytics No 
Data Visualization No 
Demographic Data No 
Geocoding No 
Geofencing No 
Location Tracking No 
Predictive Analytics No 
Trade Area Analysis No 

Product Features

Location Intelligence

Behavioral Analytics No 
Data Visualization No 
Demographic Data No 
Geocoding No 
Geofencing No 
Location Tracking No 
Predictive Analytics No 
Trade Area Analysis No 

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