This page is updated with each new release of the
Geocoding API. The changelog lists releases by date and includes
any new features, bug fixes and significant performance improvements.
You can also browse and filter all release notes for all products in the
Google API Console.
See the Overview documentation for information on how to get started
using the Geocoding API.
December 11, 2024
Experimental navigation points added. Navigation points are a list of points that are useful for navigating to a place. For more information, see navigation points.
October 18, 2024
Address descriptors added
New Preview address descriptors added. Address descriptors include additional information that help describe a location using landmarks and areas. For more information, see Address descriptors request and response.
This feature is available in all regions. For more information, see coverage details.
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