To be clear, Google didn’t just change the pricing structure, but as of June 11th, they’re saying you can’t use their platform for Directories.
3.2.4 Restrictions Against Misusing the Services.
(c) No Re-Creating Google Products or Features. Customer will not use the Services to create a product or service with features that are substantially similar to or that re-create the features of another Google product or service. Customer’s product or service must contain substantial, independent value and features beyond the Google products or services. For example, Customer will not:
(iii) use the Google Maps Core Services in a listings or directory service or to create or augment an advertising product;
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If that’s not a reason for ACF to bring openstreetmap to core, IDK what is.
