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Google Maps Platform Overview

What is Google Maps Platform?

Google Maps API is a mapping platform that includes driving directions, Street View imagery and others.

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Product Description

Google Maps API is a mapping platform that includes driving directions, Street View imagery and others.


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Seller
Google
Year Founded
1998
HQ Location
Mountain View, CA
Twitter
@google
32,691,321 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
301,875 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:GOOG
Phone
+1 (650) 253-0000
Total Revenue (USD mm)
$182,527
Description

Organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful.


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Leah M.Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
4.5 out of 5
"Google Maps is very handy"
I like how seemless it is to use Google Maps and how it links to other apps I have like Whatsapp. This makes it simpler to share places and address...
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Carlos C.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"Your own Google Maps on your websites."
You can embed a Google Maps into your website so your clients or customers can easily see your locations.
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Verified UserSmall-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"This is best platform to locate everything in worldwide."
With the help of Google Maps, we can search any place and roam there or we can locate any place. With the help of Google Maps, transportation becom...

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

I like how seemless it is to use Google Maps and how it links to other apps I have like Whatsapp. This makes it simpler to share places and addresses with people simply. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

I believe Google Maps does take some time to update street names and routes. I understand that it also needs people to work with it however not everyone will remember to update Google when they take a different route. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

It helps with traffic checking, time that it will take to travel and different routes to take as well as simpler ways to find friends with location sending on Whatsapp then being able to connect that to Uber. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

What I love the most about the Google Maps Platform is how it brings the power of location data to the user-friendly tools together to create seamless, real-world experiences. Whether navigating unfamiliar places or tracking deliveries in real time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

One of the problems with Google Maps Platform is its complexity and cost structure. Strong tools are present, but their pricing tiers and quotas are complex to navigate, especially for smaller business or individual developers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

The Google Maps Platform resolves several problems associated with location and navigation. It offers accurate geolocation services, detailed mapping, and real-time data, helping businesses and developers in delivering location-based solutions. it is benefical for me alot like if i want to go somewhere so it show location and distance of that particulare place and me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

You can embed a Google Maps into your website so your clients or customers can easily see your locations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

It is a little intimidating to setup but once you get it, it is quite simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

It solves the problem to show exactly where our locations are. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

I like the upgrades some time ago about speed lawenfocment amongst others. I like that I can upload my photos on there and share the places I've been and also provide customers with personal reviews etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

Not much to dislike. It will be nice if they pay me for the reviews. lol Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

It helps me to find and review many places. it also puts our church on the map! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

With the help of Google Maps, we can search any place and roam there or we can locate any place. With the help of Google Maps, transportation becomes easy. The time taken to reach any place reduces faster than before. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

Sometimes we see that wrong addresses are entered in Google Maps due to which many people reach the wrong place. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

Correct location should be provided in Google Map so that people can reach easily and they do not reach the wrong place Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

Easy to use , doesn't need coding . Can create you own customised map Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

Accuracy is the problem when plot the map for my region. This is what I felt personally when using the same Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

It help me in plotting maps for the routes of the vehicles deployed at our warehouses and further help in tracing there route along with timestamp Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

Google maps helps people to find the location easier from one city to another Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

Sometime it's show the location where actually not exist which is looks pathetic Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

Search the location on easier way Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

MS
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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

This is my go-to platform whenever I don't receive tickets. It helps me familiarize places I'm planning to go via motorcycle and helps me find gas stations and places to rest and stopovers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

There are time that what you can find in the google map isn't accurate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

It helps me a lot when finding specific locations for delivery purposes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

The seemless integration that helps to identify the location and also the realtime data that allows the user to transact from location to location based on their business. Its an ease of implemtation, Ease of use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

The costing seems to be a bit more based on the transactions of the api called during the event and even though its a reccurring number its kind of too much for a start up Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are a proptech platfrom and we would be heavy user of google maps api to understand the exact location, we also use the functionality to map the layers of the exact requirement that we have. It help us identify the masking of two datas. Simplifying my journey to the user end. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Google Maps Platform?

I've found that using the Google Places API can be incredibly helpful, both for businesses and individuals. As someone who frequently relies on location-based services, I appreciate the personalized recommendations and accurate directions that the API can provide. Businesses can also benefit from the Google Places API by optimizing their local search engine optimization efforts and analyzing customer sentiment based on location data. Overall, the Google Places API can help businesses improve their online presence and individuals receive more tailored recommendations and directions. I highly recommend giving it a try if you're looking to enhance your location-based experiences. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Google Maps Platform?

From my experience using the Google Places API, there are some potential drawbacks and less helpful features to be aware of. One issue is that the API may not always provide the most accurate or up-to-date location data, which can be frustrating for users who rely on it for directions or recommendations. Additionally, some businesses may find the API's pricing structure to be prohibitive, particularly if they have a high volume of location-based requests. Finally, while the API can provide valuable insights into customer sentiment based on location data, it may not offer a complete picture of customer behavior. Overall, while the Google Places API is a useful tool, it's important to be aware of its limitations and potential drawbacks before relying on it heavily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Google Maps Platform solving and how is that benefiting you?

Google Places API can be a valuable resource for solving a wide range of location-based problems. For individuals, the API can provide personalized recommendations for nearby businesses, restaurants, and other points of interest. It can also offer accurate directions based on the user's specific location. For businesses, the API can help improve their local search engine optimization efforts and provide valuable insights into customer behavior and sentiment based on location data. Additionally, the API can help businesses identify gaps in the market and potential business opportunities based on location data. Overall, the Google Places API is a versatile tool that can help solve a variety of location-based problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.