WHAT3WORDS BUSINESS

Add what3words to your product with our API

Building what3words functionality into your product is easy with our API. It converts what3words addresses to coordinates and vice versa, providing your users with location information that’s precise and simple to use.

Simple to integrate

Libraries available in Java, JavaScript, Swift, Python, Node.js, .NET, PHP and others make it easy to add what3words to navigation systems, platforms, mobile apps, wearables and more.

Customisable search results

AutoSuggest helps your users enter the correct what3words address with suggestions based on their location and results limited to a specific country or area.

Voice compatible

With what3words, any precise location in the world can be entered into voice technology simply by saying 3 words.

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Works in over 50 languages

Accept or display what3words addresses in your preferred language, including Spanish, French, Arabic and Chinese.

Keeps pace with your business

For faster conversions and reduced latency, our Enterprise Suite offers an API Server and Mobile SDKs for offline use of what3words.

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Join thousands of businesses integrating what3words

Cars & navigation

Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar Land Rover, Lamborghini, Subaru and more.

Delivery & logistics

DPD UK, DHL Parcel UK, Aramex, Evri, and their e-commerce partners.

Ride-hailing

Careem, Addison Lee, Havn and hundreds of regional taxi companies.

Choose an API plan

We offer a range of API plans to suit different business needs.

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It’s easy to get set up

Go to our developer site to get a what3words API key and access documentation and integration guides.

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FAQs

Does the what3words API provide online or offline maps, navigation or route optimisation?

The what3words API enables the translation of 3 word addresses to GPS coordinates. It does not provide map or routing data. The API provides a layer that can be used with any mapping software, meaning it can work perfectly as part of your existing mapping, addressing and route optimisation solutions.

Is POI data provided with the what3words API?

Our API returns GPS coordinates when a 3 word address is entered. It does not provide additional information about buildings, addresses or points of interest nearby.

Does the what3words API provide speech recognition technology?

Our API is designed to work with the speech recognition technology of your current voice supplier. If your voice supplier needs help recognising 3 word addresses, don’t hesitate to get in touch

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