We help companies like yours get the most value from maps and location
Grow your business through Google Maps Platform APIs. Improve customer experience, increase sales and reduce costs with accurate geospatial data.
Choose Snowdrop as your trusted
partner in location intelligence
Expertise
As a Google Maps Premier Partner since 2013, Snowdrop remains at the forefront of harnessing geospatial data.
Global Reach
Assisting leading global firms in effectively expanding and streamlining business operations for enhanced efficiency and optimisation.
Innovation
We consistently seek to provide innovative solutions that meet immediate needs and anticipate future challenges for our clients.
Maps
From Static and Dynamic maps to Street View imagery, create customised and engaging experiences for your users.
Routes
Help your users find the perfect route from A to Z, with comprehensive data and real-time traffic updates.
Places
Leveraging data from over 200 million POIs enables users to access precise information with ease.
Environment
Empower users with current environmental data, addressing climate challenges and optimising solar panel efficiency.
FAQs
| How does the Google Maps Platform pricing work? The pricing for Google Maps Platform is consumption-based, meaning you only pay for the services you use. It’s designed to be flexible and cost-effective. | |
| How do I start with Google Maps? You’ll receive a recurring $200 credit on your billing account every month, which you can use to cover your expenses. | |
| How is the pricing structured? The pricing is organized into tiers and is specific to each API. You can choose the API that best suits your needs, and you’ll pay according to your usage. |
| What currency is used for billing, and can I choose a different currency? The default currency for pricing is USD. However, if you prefer billing in GBP, EUR, or USD, we can set up a billing account in your preferred currency. Rates will be converted from the equivalent in USD. | |
| How are the rates determined for my usage? The rates listed in the pricing are based on monthly usage, and the charges are calculated at the end of each month. You’ll have full visibility into your usage and costs. | |
| Can I manage my Google Maps projects and billing on my own? Of course, you’re in control. You can manage your Google Maps projects, including users, APIs, and keys, all linked to your Snowdrop billing account. You have 24/7 access to the Google Console to monitor your cost and usage. |
For further information, see Google Maps Platform Billing
How we work
- Estimation
Share your estimated Google Maps usage with us - Forecasting
Allow us to project the pricing by applying volume discounts that are not directly accessible through Google. - Proposal
We will provide you with a proposal based on your estimated consumption, and you will only be charged for what you use. - Onboarding
Once you’ve accepted the proposal, Snowdrop will provide you with your billing details. - Start to benefit!
Snowdrop will monitor your usage and cost, sending budget alerts, monthly reports, and optimisation tips.
This whole process should not take long, typically between 2 to 5 days at most.
Our sectors and use cases
Travel
Gain Valuable insights into users’ behaviour and engage travellers, through precise location data
- Plan Your Journey
- Provide Local Information (POIs & Places)
- Immersive and Interactive Experiences
- Customise maps
- Autocomplete
Transportation
From vehicle fleets to field operations, optimise critical assets, using comprehensive location management.
- Plan Your Journey
- Address Validation
- Offer efficient Routes
- Autocomplete
Real Estate
Leverage location data to connect the right prospects with the ideal properties, streamlining the user experience.
- Provide Local Information (POIs & Places)
- Immersive and Interactive Experiences
- Customise maps
- Address Validation
- Property Search
- Autocomplete
Financial Services
Boost customer experience, mitigate risk and improve operational efficiency by harnessing geospatial data.
- Address Validation
- Autocomplete
- ATM Locator
- Enriched Transactions
- Fraud Detection
- Improve Sign Up
- Visualise Spending
Other sectors
We also have expertise in location-based services for: Telco, Retail, Public Sector, Insurance, Healthcare…
- Provide Local Information (POIs & Places)
- Immersive and Interactive Experiences
- Customise maps
- Address Validation
- Autocomplete
- Improve Sign Up
Success stories
Costa Coffee: Helping consumers find their closest coffee shop
Optimises Costa Coffee’s click-and-collect. Delivers precise shop details, minimizing wait times, and aids teams’ inefficient preparation through integrated navigation and online ordering.
Success stories
Homesearch: Visualises 24 bn data points to boost search capability
Using location data to power its map-based real estate intelligence platform, helping professionals to intuitively and easily explore comprehensive real estate data.
Success stories
Travelodge: Interactive map led to an 11% increase in time on page
Presenting comprehensive information on a user-friendly map, strategically providing key details, including travel times and routes, enriching the user experience.
News
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