Actinia Grass GIS

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Actinia is an open source REST API for geographical data that uses GRASS GIS.

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Open source GIS API

Watch for

Check the docs depth and real endpoint shape before assuming production fit.

First check

Obtain an API key to authenticate requests. Refer to the official documentation for endpoint details and usage instructions.

Auth

api_key

CORS

Yes

HTTPS

Yes

Signup

Required

Latency

1024 ms

Protocol

REST

Pricing

free

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About this API

Actinia is an open source REST API designed for handling geographical data by leveraging the capabilities of GRASS GIS, a well-known open source geographic information system. It provides developers with programmatic access to spatial data processing and analysis functions.

This API is suitable for developers and organizations needing to integrate advanced GIS functionalities into their applications without managing the underlying GIS software directly. By exposing GRASS GIS features through a RESTful interface, Actinia simplifies the integration of geospatial operations.

Its open source nature and reliance on established GIS technology make it a relevant tool for projects requiring reliable and extensible geographic data processing. Users can perform various spatial analyses and data manipulations remotely via the API, facilitating geographic data workflows in web and software applications.

What you can build

1Display geographical data on maps
2Process spatial data using GIS functions
3Integrate GRASS GIS capabilities into applications
4Generate geospatial analysis reports

Strengths & limitations

Strengths

Open source GIS API
Built on GRASS GIS
Supports spatial data processing

Example request

Generic template — replace <endpoint> with the real path from the docs.

curl https://actinia.mundialis.de/api_docs/<endpoint> \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $API_KEY"
# Some providers use X-Api-Key instead — verify in the docs.

Getting started

Obtain an API key to authenticate requests. Refer to the official documentation for endpoint details and usage instructions.

FAQ

Do I need an API key to use Actinia Grass GIS?+

Yes, an API key is required to authenticate requests.

Is Actinia Grass GIS a REST API?+

Yes, it provides a RESTful interface for geographical data processing.

Can I use Actinia Grass GIS for spatial data analysis?+

Yes, it exposes GRASS GIS functionalities for spatial data processing.

Where can I find documentation for Actinia Grass GIS?+

Documentation is available at https://actinia.mundialis.de/api_docs/.

Is Actinia Grass GIS open source?+

Yes, it is an open source API built on GRASS GIS.

Technical details

CORS: YesHTTPS: YesSignup: YesOpen source: No

Auth type: api_key
Pricing: free
Protocols: REST
Response time: 1024 ms