Forward Geocoding API

Forward Geocoding API

The Forward Geocoding API allows users to search for addresses and corresponding locations by free-form address string. This API returns standardized address and individual address components, as well as latitude and longitude coordinates and other useful information. It is a useful tool for businesses and organizations that need accurate location data for their applications and workflows.

API description

About the API: 

The Forward Geocoding API is a powerful tool that enables users to search for addresses and corresponding locations using a free-form address string. With this API, users can input a wide range of address formats, including partial or incomplete addresses, and receive standardized address and individual address components, as well as latitude and longitude coordinates and other useful information.

The API is designed to be easy to use, with a simple interface that makes it accessible to users of all skill levels. Simply input the address string you are interested in, and the API will return the corresponding location data, including latitude and longitude coordinates, as well as other useful information such as postal code, city, state, and country.

One of the key advantages of the Forward Geocoding API is its accuracy. The API draws on comprehensive and up-to-date databases of global address data, ensuring that users receive the most accurate information available. This can be particularly useful in situations where precise location information is critical, such as in logistics or transportation.

Another advantage of the API is its speed and efficiency. With a fast response time, users can quickly retrieve the information they need and integrate it into their workflows or applications. Additionally, the API is designed to handle large volumes of requests, making it a scalable solution for businesses and organizations with high-volume needs.

The Forward Geocoding API is also highly customizable, with a range of options and parameters that can be tailored to meet specific user needs. For example, users can choose to receive additional information such as street-level imagery or elevation data, or limit their queries to specific geographic regions.

Overall, the Forward Geocoding API is a valuable tool for anyone who needs to quickly and accurately determine the location associated with an address string. With its accuracy, speed, and customizability, the API is a versatile solution for businesses, individuals, and organizations across a range of industries and use cases, including logistics, transportation, real estate, and more.

 

What are the most common uses cases of this API?

  1. Real Estate: Real estate agents and property managers can use the Forward Geocoding API to provide accurate location data for properties they are listing. This can help potential buyers or renters to better understand the location of a property and make informed decisions.

  2. Logistics and Transportation: Companies in the logistics and transportation industry can use the Forward Geocoding API to accurately determine the locations of delivery addresses. This can help to streamline delivery routes, reduce delivery times, and optimize overall logistics operations.

  3. Emergency Services: Emergency services such as police, fire, and ambulance services can use the Forward Geocoding API to quickly locate addresses in emergency situations. This can help first responders to arrive on the scene quickly and provide assistance as needed.

  4. Travel and Tourism: Travel and tourism companies can use the Forward Geocoding API to provide location information for their customers. This can include identifying nearby attractions, providing directions, or helping customers to navigate unfamiliar cities or regions.

  5. Marketing and Advertising: Companies conducting targeted marketing or advertising campaigns can use the Forward Geocoding API to identify potential customers in specific geographic regions. This can help to ensure that marketing materials are tailored to the needs and preferences of customers in different locations.

 

Are there any limitations to your plans?

Besides the number of API calls, there is no other limitation

API Documentation

Endpoints


Geoapify provides Geocoding API that searches addresses worldwide. The API works via HTTP GET API. So it's cross-platform and can be used with most of the programming languages.

 



                                                                            
GET https://zylalabs.com/api/1602/forward+geocoding+api/1285/geocode
                                                                            
                                                                        

Geocode - Endpoint Features
Object Description
text [Required]
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"type":"FeatureCollection","features":[{"type":"Feature","properties":{"datasource":{"sourcename":"openstreetmap","attribution":"© OpenStreetMap contributors","license":"Open Database License","url":"https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright"},"name":"Schwimmschulstraße","country":"Germany","country_code":"de","state":"Bavaria","city":"Augsburg","postcode":"86153","district":"Stadtjägerviertel","suburb":"Innenstadt","street":"Schwimmschulstraße","lon":10.880888,"lat":48.3736943,"formatted":"Schwimmschulstraße, 86153 Augsburg, Germany","address_line1":"Schwimmschulstraße","address_line2":"86153 Augsburg, Germany","timezone":{"name":"Europe/Berlin","offset_STD":"+01:00","offset_STD_seconds":3600,"offset_DST":"+02:00","offset_DST_seconds":7200,"abbreviation_STD":"CET","abbreviation_DST":"CEST"},"result_type":"street","rank":{"importance":0.20000999999999994,"popularity":7.539614846696554,"confidence":1,"confidence_city_level":1,"confidence_street_level":1,"match_type":"full_match"},"place_id":"51b1e07ec003c3254059ce99fe36d52f4840f00102f901c6bb400000000000c0020492031353636877696d6d736368756c73747261c39f65"},"geometry":{"type":"Point","coordinates":[10.880888,48.3736943]},"bbox":[10.8808677,48.3733624,10.8809263,48.3743088]},{"type":"Feature","properties":{"datasource":{"sourcename":"openstreetmap","attribution":"© OpenStreetMap contributors","license":"Open Database License","url":"https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright"},"name":"Schwimmschulstraße","country":"Germany","country_code":"de","state":"Bavaria","city":"Augsburg","postcode":"86153","district":"Stadtjägerviertel","suburb":"Innenstadt","street":"Schwimmschulstraße","lon":10.8822408,"lat":48.37816,"formatted":"Schwimmschulstraße, 86153 Augsburg, Germany","address_line1":"Schwimmschulstraße","address_line2":"86153 Augsburg, Germany","timezone":{"name":"Europe/Berlin","offset_STD":"+01:00","offset_STD_seconds":3600,"offset_DST":"+02:00","offset_DST_seconds":7200,"abbreviation_STD":"CET","abbreviation_DST":"CEST"},"result_type":"street","rank":{"importance":0.17500999999999992,"popularity":7.256989745117097,"confidence":1,"confidence_city_level":1,"confidence_street_level":1,"match_type":"full_match"},"place_id":"51cd64ee10b5c3254059e353008c67304840f00102f9019aa80a4200000000c0020492031353636877696d6d736368756c73747261c39f65"},"geometry":{"type":"Point","coordinates":[10.8822408,48.37816]},"bbox":[10.8818623,48.3774636,10.8823827,48.3782923]}],"query":{"text":"Schwimmschulstraße, 86154 Augsburg","parsed":{"street":"schwimmschulstraße","postcode":"86154","city":"augsburg","expected_type":"street"}}}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Geocode - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/1602/forward+geocoding+api/1285/geocode?text=Schwimmschulstraße, 86154 Augsburg' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 

    

API Access Key & Authentication

After signing up, every developer is assigned a personal API access key, a unique combination of letters and digits provided to access to our API endpoint. To authenticate with the Forward Geocoding API REST API, simply include your bearer token in the Authorization header.

Headers

Header Description
Authorization [Required] Should be Bearer access_key. See "Your API Access Key" above when you are subscribed.


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