To get started with the DIGIPIN API:

1. Visit our Developers page
2. Fill out the API application form
3. Wait for approval (usually within 24-48 hours)
4. Receive your API key via email
5. Start making requests to our endpoints

DIGIPIN API rate limits vary by plan:

• Free Plan: 1,000 requests per month
• Professional Plan: 100,000 requests per month
• Enterprise Plan: Unlimited requests

Rate limits reset on the 1st of each month. You can check your current usage in your developer dashboard.

DIGIPIN provides exceptional accuracy:

• Precision: Within 5 meters diameter
• Coverage: All of India including remote areas
• Reliability: 99.9% uptime guarantee
• Update Frequency: Real-time updates

This accuracy level makes DIGIPIN suitable for logistics, emergency services, and location-based applications.

DIGIPIN API is language-agnostic and supports:

• JavaScript/Node.js - Official SDK available
• Python - Official SDK available
• PHP - cURL and HTTP libraries
• Java - HTTP clients and REST frameworks
• C#/.NET - HttpClient and REST frameworks
• Go - HTTP client
• Ruby - Net::HTTP and HTTP clients

Any language that can make HTTP requests can use our API.

DIGIPIN is specifically designed for locations within India's geographical boundaries:

• Coverage: Complete coverage of Indian territory
• Coordinates: Valid for latitudes 2.5°-38.5°N, longitudes 63.5°-99.5°E
• International: Not available for locations outside India

For international geocoding needs, we recommend using alternative services like Google Maps API or OpenStreetMap.

Common troubleshooting steps for API errors:

1. Check API Key: Ensure your API key is valid and properly formatted
2. Validate Coordinates: Confirm coordinates are within India's boundaries
Check Rate Limits: Monitor your usage against plan limits
3. Verify Endpoint: Ensure you're using correct API endpoints
4. Review Error Codes: Check HTTP status codes and error messages

For persistent issues, contact our support team with error details and request information.

Yes, DIGIPIN offers a sandbox environment for testing:

• Free Tier: 100 test requests per month
• Limited Data: Sample coordinates for testing
• Documentation: Complete API documentation
• Support: Developer assistance during testing

The sandbox allows you to test API functionality without consuming your production quota.

DIGIPIN API supports standard data formats:

• Input: Latitude/longitude (decimal degrees)
• Output: 10-character alphanumeric DIGIPIN code
• Format: XXX-XXX-XXXX (with or without dashes)
• Response: JSON format with metadata

All API responses include timestamps and accuracy information for enhanced functionality.