OpenCage

OpenCage offers open-data-based geocoding and geosearch APIs with global coverage and transparent pricing.

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About OpenCage

OpenCage provides easy-to-use, worldwide geocoding and geosearch APIs built on open data. The service emphasizes OpenStreetMap data and offers forward and reverse geocoding, autosuggest, and data enrichment such as timezones, Wikidata IDs, UN/LOCODEs, and what3words. It supports SDKs for 40+ languages, tutorials, and transparent pricing, with GDPR-compliant European hosting and EU data centers.

Key features

  • Worldwide geocoding and geosearch powered by open data (OpenStreetMap)
  • Forward and reverse geocoding API with outputs in JSON, GeoJSON, XML, and Google-compatible formats
  • Geosearch autosuggest and drop-in JavaScript library for forms/maps
  • SDKs and tutorials for 40+ languages/frameworks; integrations with common maps libraries (Leaflet, OpenLayers, MapLibre)
  • Data enrichment (timezones, Wikidata IDs, UN/LOCODEs, what3words, etc.)
  • Generous free testing tier and predictable pricing with subscription and one-time plans
  • GDPR-compliant with EU hosting, redundant EU data centers, and OpenStreetMap Foundation memberships

Why choose OpenCage?

  • Open data basis reduces vendor lock-in and avoids proprietary constraints
  • Global coverage with up-to-date OpenStreetMap data and continual updates
  • Transparent, flat pricing without surge pricing and flexible billing options (subscriptions or one-time plans)
  • Strong security and compliance (256-bit HTTPS, GDPR) and reliable uptime monitoring
  • Active community and industry backing (OpenMap/OpenStreetMap Foundation memberships)

Pricing

Geocoding API and GeosearchPricing (EUR):

  • Free trial: 2,500 requests/day; 1 req/sec; no credit card required
  • Small: €110/month; 10,000 requests/day; 15 req/sec; files up to 10,000 rows; ~€0.15 per 1,000 requests
  • Medium: €450/month; 30,000 requests/day; 20 req/sec; files up to 10,000 rows; ~€0.12 per 1,000 requests
  • Large: €900/month; 125,000 requests/day; 25 req/sec; files up to 10,000 rows; ~€0.12 per 1,000 requests
  • Enterprise: from €1,800/month; 300,000 requests/day; 40 req/sec Geosearch pricing follows the same tiers as Geocoding, with the same monthly and usage limits. Note: Plans are available as subscriptions or one-time geocoding plans; data can be stored permanently; VAT included where applicable.