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Nominatim API

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Overview

Provides worldwide forward / reverse geocoding

Nominatim is a geocoding API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and allows browser requests (CORS).

At a glance

Authentication
No auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes
Category
Geocoding

Questions

Does the Nominatim API need an API key?

No. The Nominatim API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.

Can I call the Nominatim API from the browser?

Yes. The Nominatim API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().

Does the Nominatim API support HTTPS?

Yes, the Nominatim API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the Nominatim API?

Other Geocoding APIs include Bing Maps, ip-api, OpenStreetMap, GeographQL, IP Address Details.

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