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FreeIPAPI vs GeoApi

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIFreeIPAPINEW—GeoApiNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearyes
Data licenseUnverifiedLicence Ouverte (Etalab; INSEE/IGN data)
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree, no API key
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

FreeIPAPI vs GeoApi: common questions

Which is more reliable, FreeIPAPI or GeoApi?

On our scheduled checks, GeoApi leads on measured uptime — FreeIPAPI at —% versus GeoApi at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do FreeIPAPI and GeoApi need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — FreeIPAPI is callable with no signup, and GeoApi is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call FreeIPAPI and GeoApi from the browser?

Only GeoApi is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. FreeIPAPI needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are FreeIPAPI and GeoApi free for commercial use?

FreeIPAPI has unclear commercial terms, and GeoApi allows commercial use on its free tier. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.