GeoNames

Place names and other geographical data.

GeoNames API is a free Geocoding API that requires no API key, is only available over HTTP and has unconfirmed CORS support.

Authentication: None required
HTTPS: No
CORS: Unknown
Category: Geocoding

Visit documentation ↗www.geonames.org

About GeoNames Web Service Documentation

Provider: GeoNames Web Service Documentation
Website: geonames.org ↗

Details from geonames.org.

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GeoNames API FAQ

Who provides the GeoNames API?

The GeoNames API is provided by GeoNames Web Service Documentation (geonames.org).

Is the GeoNames API free?

Yes. The GeoNames API is listed in the Geocoding category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the GeoNames API require an API key?

No. The GeoNames API requires no authentication, so you can start making requests without signing up.

Can I call the GeoNames API from the browser?

CORS support for the GeoNames API is unknown. Test a request from the browser, and fall back to a server-side call if it is blocked.

Does the GeoNames API support HTTPS?

No. The GeoNames API is only available over plain HTTP, which browsers block on HTTPS sites. Call it from a server instead.