OpenStreetMap API
Access and contribute to our open geospatial data using our powerful and well-documented APIs.
API Endpoints
| Endpoint | Description | Method |
|---|---|---|
/api/0.6/map.xml |
Retrieve map data in XML format | GET |
/api/0.6/changeset/create |
Create a new map changeset | POST |
/api/0.6/permissions |
View account permissions | GET |
/api/0.6/search |
Search addresses and places | GET |
Getting Started
Authentication
Most endpoints require API key authentication. Register for an API key at our developer portal.
Example Header:
Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY_HERE
Rate Limits
Free accounts are limited to 100 requests/minute. Premium plans available for higher quotas.
API requests are rate limited to 2000 requests/minute with premium access.
Example: Search for a Location
Use our search endpoint to find coordinates and metadata for any location.
GET Request:
GET https://api.openstreetmap.org/api/0.6/search?query=Paris,+France
Response:
{
"lat": 48.8566,
"lon": 2.3522,
"address": "Paris, France",
"accuracy": 0.98
}