IP Geolocation
Insights, tutorials, and updates from BigDataCloud.
New feature update: Introducing Dual-Stack API endpoints
We are excited to introduce a new set of API endpoints, Dual-Stack API endpoints, which support the API calls routed over both IPv6 and IPv4 networks.Though global information systems are still way behind the full adoption of IPv6, it is slowly gaining prominence. Telecom and web technology companies are already prioritising IPv6 traffic over IPv4 and providing relevant IPv6 products and services. You can visit our recently launched ...
Feb 28, 2023
IP Geolocation Data Updates for Apple iCloud Private Relay
We have updated our Hazard report metrics to include Apple's iCloud Private Relay service. The new metric iCloudPrivateRelay determines whether the requested IP address was detected as an Apple iCloud Private Relay address.iCloud Private Relay is a new internet privacy service that Apple offers its iCloud+ subscribers. The service hides the IP address of an end user. It allows users to use the internet more privately and securely....
Oct 10, 2022
New Feature Update: Get geolocation data in the local language of the area by default
One of the key benefits of using IP geolocation or Reverse geocoding service is delivering effective content localisation for your application or marketing websites. BigDataCloud’s geolocation APIs already support 148 different world languages used across the world. You can request the data in any preferred language, as long as the data in the requested language is available. ...
Jul 18, 2022
Identifying anonymous IP address to detect online fraud
Detecting anonymous IP addresses is essential for protecting online platforms from fraud. Rather than using a home internet connection, fraudsters typically route traffic through VPNs, proxies, or hosting providers to conceal their identity. While privacy tools have legitimate uses, they complicate efforts to distinguish between genuine customers and bad actors. That's why we invest heavily in robust ...
Apr 27, 2021
New Feature Update: Free client-side reverse geocoding API with IP geolocation fallback
A privacy-first way to localise digital experiences: resolve a user's locality in the browser, and automatically fall back to IP geolocation when permission isn't granted — all via a single endpoint that returns the same structured response.The problem...
Mar 24, 2021
The Next Generation IP Geolocation Service: Patented Precision from BigDataCloud
Updated: 29 July 2025This is part 2 of a two-part series. Part 1, IP Geolocation Demystified, covers how IP geolocation works, the methodologies used by traditional providers, and the inherent limitations of each approach. This post explains how BigDataCloud's patented technology addresses those limitations....
Mar 19, 2019
IP Geolocation Demystified: Understanding Traditional Methods and Their Challenges
Updated: 29 July 2025In today's interconnected digital landscape, pinpointing the geographical location of online users is critical for a wide range of applications, from enhancing user experiences to bolstering security measures. IP geolocation serves as the bridge between anonymous IP addresses and their real-world locations, enabling businesses to deliver region-specific services, combat fraud, and tailor marketing efforts. This article is the first in a two-part series exploring the intricacies of IP geolocation services. For a detailed look at how BigDataCloud addresses these limitations with a patented approach, continue to part 2: ...
Mar 18, 2019