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Hi Fabricio,

Thank you for your question! You're right that IP-based geolocation has its limitations compared to methods like GPS or Google’s geolocation, which can utilize device-level data (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPS) for pinpoint accuracy. IP geolocation, by contrast, relies on IP-to-location databases and network mappings, which can sometimes result in broader approximations—particularly if the IP is associated with a corporate network, data center, or certain ISPs.

That said, Google's API serves a very different purpose and has an entirely different use case: you can't ask Google's API where 1.1.1.1 is located. Google's geolocation API is more suitable for use with their Maps products on mobile or web, where device-level precision is critical.

Our API, on the other hand, is designed to work with backend systems where applications need to make decisions based on network-level location data. This includes use cases like security, fraud detection, content personalization, and regulatory compliance.

It’s also worth noting that mobile data can sometimes be particularly unreliable for geolocation due to the nature of mobile devices: they can move through different locations, but their IP address often remains tied to a central hub or ISP, which may not reflect their actual real-time location.

I hope this helps clarify the differences and intended use cases for each service. Let me know if you have more questions! 😊