Google Maps API blocked in Vietnam and solution for business maps

The optimized business map will bring customers the fastest and most accurate information at the present time. Most businesses use Google My Business as a tool to manage and display on Google Maps. However, Google blocks the use of Google Maps API in Vietnam market. So what is the most effective alternative? Let's find out with IOTLink through the following article! 

Overview of Google Maps API 

What is Maps API? 

You can simply understand that the map API is a support method. Allows websites or apps that use the Maps API. From there display the provided content such as location, distance, traffic, shops, etc., most commonly, find the way. 

Example 1: If you are in a fixed location and want to find the nearest utilities around you. Then the map API can completely help you with that. 

Example 2: On the platform of brand applications such as Grab, Ahamove, etc., there is a map API integration. From there, it is possible to locate and accurately locate the location of employees and customers on the map, to reach each other more easily. 

What is Google Maps API? 

Google Maps API is a service of Google. Using this service application to map online technology on website or smartphone is completely free. This service supports many functions such as finding directions, directions, routes, public transport, etc. Besides, it also integrates display of important utility areas such as schools, hospitals, gas stations, etc. banks, etc. in the user area and worldwide. 

Google blocks Google Maps API in Vietnam 

Reasons to block Google Maps API 

In the Google Cloud Terms Directory, last updated on March 21, 2022, Vietnam has been included in the list of prohibited territories on the Google Maps platform without a valid reason. any information from Google. 

Lãnh thổ bị cấm trên nền tảng Google Maps
Prohibited territories on the Google Maps platform

Stop supporting Street View feature 

Street View is a familiar feature of Google Maps. This feature makes it possible for users to select a specific location to view the entire street area with a realistic 360-degree view. 

However, Google has confirmed the Street View app will stop working on March 31, 2023. And encourage users to switch to using Google Maps or Street View Studio. 

Map4D – Business mapping solution with APIs/SDKs to replace Google Maps API 

With the concept that "Use Google Maps for free?". This is a misconception of the majority of users. 

For businesses, they have to pay a high cost to be able to use Google Maps for business. 

As for users, they also have to "pay" for their personal data to use the map for life. 

At the same time, Google has gradually updated sporadically in the Vietnamese market 

Is Google Maps API secure? 

To be able to use Google Maps for free, users have enriched the database for Google. And from those data, Google did business in Vietnam. 

Because users completely voluntarily provide personal information, geography, interests, ... located in the management operating system of foreigners. So it can also be used by the bad guys for illegitimate purposes. 

Map4D - Giải pháp bản đồ doanh nghiệp
Map4D – Enterprise mapping solution

Map4D can completely replace Google Maps 

Map4D is the first and only pure Vietnamese 2D, 3D, 4D digital map platform in Vietnam. This is a digital platform developed by technology experts of IOTLink. This project marks a milestone in the development of Vietnamese technology. 

  • Display information in full 2D, 3D visual and 4D time dimensions 
  • Voice search and directions 
  • Traffic status, real-time route information 
  • Detailed routes for means of transport: motorbikes, cars, walking, ... 
  • Suggest convenient locations: restaurants, gas stations, schools, hospitals, etc. 
  • Widely applied in many fields: freight forwarding, logistics, e-commerce, car calling, real estate, ... 

>>> View details about Map4D 

Bản đồ doanh nghiệp Map4D - Nâng cấp trải nghiệm khách hàng
Map4D business map – Improve customer experience

Creativity and difference make Map4D make an impression on users, increasingly asserting its role in the national digital transformation, supporting businesses to develop sustainably. 

Map4D Platform provides complete information and flexibility to switch databases without worrying about errors. At the same time, successfully linking with the integrated LGSP axis allows the interoperability and sharing of national data on many different platforms. 

Vietnamese people can be proud of a Vietnamese digital map platform. Map4D is doing a story about protecting national sovereignty in cyberspace. 

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