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Google Maps API

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The Google Maps API is a free service that lets you embed Google Maps in your own web pages.
Your service must be freely accessible to end users.

Google Maps API Premier

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Google Maps API Premier is for organizations that want enhanced features, added support, or are adding maps to their internal or fee-based websites.

  Standard   FAQ Premier   FAQ
Features
  • Street View
  • Driving Directions
  • Polylines and polygons
  • Geocoding
  • Reverse geocoding
Standard features plus...
  • Advanced Geocoding
  • Larger Static Maps
  • Encryption with HTTPS/SSL
  • Control of advertising
Support
  • Self-service support
  • Google Groups
  • Service level agreement
  • Technical support
  • Support portal & usage reporting
Use Cases
  • Free and publicly available
  • Internal deployments
  • Fee-based access
  • Asset tracking
Cost
  • Free
  • Starts at $10,000 per year

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