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How does MongoDB handle Geolocation data?
Updated May 1, 2026
Short answer
MongoDB supports 2dsphere indexes for earth-like geometry and 2d indexes for flat surfaces.
Deep explanation
Data is stored as GeoJSON objects. You can perform queries like $near, $geoWithin, and $geoIntersects.
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