geoPlugin

API

Free IP-based geolocation and currency conversion API

Overview

geoPlugin provides RESTful endpoints for IP geolocation and currency conversion. Core endpoints return JSON/XML data including country, region, city, coordinates, and local currency rates relative to a user’s IP. Use cases include personalizing website content, converting e-commerce prices to local currencies, detecting suspicious IP activity, and tailoring marketing campaigns to geographic audiences. Basic usage requires no API key, enabling quick integration. Free tier has rate limits, while paid plans unlock higher volume and advanced accuracy features.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.geoplugin.com')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON/XML support
No auth required for basic use
IP geolocation
Currency conversion
Geographic coordinate data

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is geoPlugin free to use?

Yes, geoPlugin offers a free tier for non-commercial use with rate limits. Paid plans are available for higher volume and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

No API key is required for basic free usage. Paid plans may require authentication keys for premium endpoint access.

? What is the response format?

geoPlugin supports both JSON and XML formats. JSON is the default and most commonly used for modern application integration.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Geocoding

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration (no API key for basic use)
⊕ Combines geolocation and currency conversion
⊕ Supports JSON and XML responses
⊕ Free tier for non-commercial use

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited free tier
⊖ Variable accuracy for less common IPs
⊖ No SLA for free users
⊖ Advanced features require paid plans