A Store Locator uses different APIs (or functionalities) packaged in an “off the shelf” solution easy to configure (it saves time and complexity to get up and running). It’s an application that allows users to search for nearby store locations based on their current location or a specified area with informations on the store (addresses, opening times, contact, photos…). It helps users quickly identify the closest physical stores on a map with or without specific criteria or preferences in mind. You can see an example of "off the shelf" solution here: Store Locator Widget.
The Store Search is an API that is used in the Store Locator for the advanced search experience, allowing users to refine their search based on multiple criterias and filters. Users can search for points of interest (store, venue, building…) based on specific characteristics like proximity to a particular route, available services or produc (and stock), store name autocompletion, proximity with a collection point or catchment area.
The Store Search API can be used as a feature in other projects than Store Locators. It can be implemented in several use cases such as creating a Product Locator and displaying stock availability on product page according to the user’s location. You can read more about it in the following article.
Yes the console supports thousands of locations (or assets). To help the user manage, add or update data, the console offers a powerful search tool do multiple updates at the same time and manage complex opening hours format. Some of our clients host a list up to 80,000 businesses with each their own info.
Yes, with your Woosmap console account (and project), you can change a business / a location's information in one click, whether it’s a change in the address, the services provided, or the opening hours.
Yes, Woosmap Store Search API can be customized to align your business data model with custom properties or advanced data tagging model.