Open Topo Data API
Overview
Elevation and ocean depth for a latitude and longitude
Open Topo Data is a geocoding API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and does not allow direct browser requests (no CORS).
At a glance
- Authentication
- No auth
- HTTPS
- Yes
- CORS
- No
- Category
- Geocoding
Questions
Does the Open Topo Data API need an API key?
No. The Open Topo Data 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 Open Topo Data API from the browser?
Not directly. The Open Topo Data API does not send CORS headers, so call it from your server or a proxy instead of browser JavaScript.
Does the Open Topo Data API support HTTPS?
Yes, the Open Topo Data API is served over HTTPS.
What are alternatives to the Open Topo Data API?
Other Geocoding APIs include Bing Maps, ip-api, OpenStreetMap, GeographQL, IP Address Details.
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