Introduction
Geolocated.io provides a robust IP Geolocation API that delivers precise location data in near real-time. Our APIs, built on a foundation of low-latency and high-reliability, return JSON formatted responses in milliseconds, to ensure your applications receive the accurate geolocation insights critical to user experiences. Beyond simple geolocation, our service is designed to be fully RESTful, supporting HTTPS across all endpoints to guarantee secure, encrypted communications.
This documentation offers a comprehensive overview of our IP API's capabilities, detailing the variety of features, settings, and how to seamlessly integrate it into your projects using various programming languages. Whether you're aiming to enhance user engagement by localizing content or bolster your cybersecurity measures, Geolocated.io equips you with the data you need, when you need it.
Key Features
- Extensive Coverage: Our IP database is constantly evolving, boasting coverage of over 2.5 million unique locations worldwide and updated daily to incorporate new IP addresses and ranges.
- IP Version Support: Our IP to Location APIs are designed with comprehensive support for both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, with full compatibility for the wide range of IPv6 formats.
- Low Latency: Thanks to our multiple API servers located across different continents, you can choose a server closest to your user base for reduced latency and faster IP lookup.
- JSON Responses: Our IP Geolocation API returns data in JSON format for the ease of integration and compatibility with modern web technologies.
- RESTful Design: Adhering to RESTful principles, our APIs are designed to be intuitive, flexible, and scalable, accommodating the needs of applications of all sizes.
- HTTPS Support: All our IP to Location API endpoints support HTTPS by default.
API Servers & Geographic Proximity
Choosing the right API server location is crucial for optimizing the speed and reliability of geolocation data retrieval. A server that is closer to your user base can significantly cut down on the latency, making your application more responsive and efficient. This strategic decision plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall performance of your application.
For instance, if your application predominantly serves users in Europe, opting for our European API server is the best course of action. This proximity ensures that data travels the shortest possible distance, lowering the time taken for a IP lookup and thus providing a smoother experience for your users.
Geolocated.io offers a selection of API servers located across major continents including North America, Europe, and Asia. This choice allows you to tailor the service to the geographical distribution of your user base.