PredictiveAddress FAQs

Rebekah Harkin

What is PredictiveAddress?

PredictiveAddress is Data8’s address autocomplete tool that lets users begin typing any part of an address and pick the correct result from real-time suggestions, speeding up data capture and reducing errors.

How does PredictiveAddress work?

As a user types, a drop-down shows matching addresses generated in real time, which can be selected to complete the form. Built-in AI and fuzzy logic recognise variations like “four” vs “4.”

Can PredictiveAddress handle typos or partial input?

Yes, its fuzzy matching handles extra or missing spaces, common typos, phonetic spellings, abbreviations and transposed characters. You can start with any part of the address, including just the postcode.

How does PredictiveAddress improve data quality?

It verifies, corrects and standardises address data at the point of capture, ensuring records are accurate, complete and consistent.

Can PredictiveAddress help reduce failed deliveries?

Yes—by capturing accurate, valid addresses at checkout, it can reduce the possibility of failed deliveries by up to 92%.

Does PredictiveAddress work internationally?

Yes, it provides real-time address autocomplete across many countries worldwide using authoritative datasets.

What’s the difference between Postcode Lookup and address autocomplete?

PredictiveAddress (address autocomplete) uses fuzzy logic and authoritative data to suggest full addresses internationally from partial input. Postcode Lookup is a UK-only solution that returns addresses from an entered postcode.

Which platforms does PredictiveAddress integrate with?

Native integrations include Microsoft Dynamics 365, Salesforce, Shopify, Magento, WordPress, OpenCart, PrestaShop and Formstack, and it can also be added via the PredictiveAddress API.

Is there a free trial and what’s included?

Yes, a no-obligation 14-day trial includes 100 free credits and technical support. No setup fees or credit card are required to get started.

Start your trial here.

Does PredictiveAddress support what3words?

Yes, what3words input is supported for best accuracy.

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