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OpenCage

Forward and reverse geocoding API aggregating global open geographic data

Best for:Full-stack prototyping, developer tooling, production apps, and hackathons.
Verified: March 2026 • 200 OK
Official Documentation
Rate Limit
2500 req/day
Auth
External Key
Security & CORS
HTTPS • CORS Enabled
Payload Format
JSON / REST

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This service is protected by the provider and mandates an external developer account and API key. Grab your key from the official docs or browse our Zero-Setup Gateway Ready catalog for instant alternatives.

Auth-Gated

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Quickstart Code Snippets

Copy-paste ready boilerplate for your tech stack.

Bypass browser CORS restrictions. Protected by in-memory RAM cache and automated circuit breaker.
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// Call via FreeAPI Smart Edge Gateway (In-Memory Cache + CORS Guard)
// Endpoint: https://findfreeapi.com/api/v1/gateway/opencage

async function callOpenCage() {
  try {
    const response = await fetch("https://findfreeapi.com/api/v1/gateway/opencage", {
      headers: {
        "Accept": "application/json",
        // "x-freeapi-key": "fapi_live_your_api_key" // FreeAPI Gateway Key
      }
    });

    if (!response.ok) {
      throw new Error(`Gateway HTTP error! status: ${response.status}`);
    }

    const data = await response.json();
    console.log("FreeAPI Live Data:", data);
  } catch (error) {
    console.error("FreeAPI Gateway Error:", error);
  }
}

callOpenCage();

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GitHub README.md Badge (Live SVG):
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Key Advantages (Pros)

  • Free Tier Available: Developers can test and build without entering credit card details.
  • Documented Rate Limit: 2500 req/day.
  • HTTPS & CORS Enabled: Can be queried directly from client browsers or server backends.

Considerations & Limits (Cons)

  • External Key Required: Requires creating an account with the provider.
  • Rate Limited: Excessive rapid requests may receive HTTP 429 status.
  • Third-party SLA: Service uptime depends on the upstream provider.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Technical and integration answers for OpenCage.

Yes, OpenCage is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: 2500 req/day.

GitHub README Verified Badge

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