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Re:Show HN: IP Guide – info on IP addresses, Networks, and ASNs by mekster on Saturday November 25, 2023 @11:45PM (#38419232)
Isn't there an alternative to MaxMind? Seems like a problem if they're the only useful source and they can change their license/fee to anything they want at any time.
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Re:Show HN: IP Guide – info on IP addresses, Networks, and ASNs by withinboredom on Sunday November 26, 2023 @04:45AM (#38420412)
In most cases, their database is entirely free as in free beer. You can't modify and contribute back to it, though (for somewhat obvious reasons). You can download a free local copy and purchase a more advanced version with more information. But if you need a simple lookup, the database is free, excellent, and is updated twice a week.

https://dev.maxmind.com/geoip/geolite2-free-geolocation-data

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