Loqate's Geolocation feature enables mobile users in the UK to find their location with a single tap, instead of needing to type in an address. Using the geographical location of the mobile device, Geolocation returns latitude and longitude coordinates alongside the full, correctly-formatted address.
Geolocation
What is Geolocation?
How do I get the Geolocation service on my website?
As with many Loqate products, there are several ways of integration Geolocation on your website. We have documentation available for each integration option, so please see the links below for the relevant information. If you're not sure which option is best for your organisation, you can find out more on our Ways to Integrate page.
- Tag integrations: Quick Setup Guide
- SDK integrations: Advanced Setup Guide
- API integrations: Geolocation API documentation
What is the radius for the Geolocation search?
The radius is set to 50m by default, but can be adjusted to anything from 1 to 200 metres.
If using a Tag integration, you'll need to contact the Loqate support team to adjust the radius. In other integrations you can set the radius when making a call to the service.
How many addresses will be returned in a Geolocation search?
The maximum number of addresses returned is set to 10 by default (using the API - in a Tag integration it's set to 5), but can be adjusted to anything from 1 to 50.
If using a Tag integration, you'll need to contact the Loqate support team to adjust the maximum number of addresses. In other integrations you can set this when making a call to the service.
Which countries does Geolocation cover?
Geolocation is available in the UK only, using AddressBase Premium data.
How much does Geolocation cost?
Geolocation can be paid for either on a pay as you go basis or via a license agreement. Get in touch with the Loqate support team to find out more.
