What is PTV?
PTV (Palvelutietovaranto) is Finland’s national information system for public services. It enables national and regional authorities to manage structured data about service locations, contact details and operating hours. The system is designed to centralise and standardise public service data for use across digital platforms, so citizens see consistent, official information wherever they search.
PinMeTo’s Role in the Ecosystem
PinMeTo has developed an API integration with PTV that allows verified public service location data to be published directly to major digital platforms, including Google, Apple Maps and Facebook. This ensures that accurate, compliant information reaches citizens wherever they search.
With this integration
Public organisations can meet legal obligations to keep service data current. Information flows automatically from PTV to platforms the public uses daily. Manual exports and spreadsheet updates are replaced by secure, automated distribution.
Built for Scale and Trust
- ISO-certified and GDPR-compliant: PinMeTo meets the highest standards for data handling and security.
- Reliable at scale: Designed for multi-location environments like regional governments and public service authorities.
- Minimises errors: Structured data and automation reduce human mistakes and ensure citizens see approved, accurate information.
Why It Matters
This integration bridges the gap between compliance and discoverability. Public institutions can now ensure their official information is not only correct but also visible and accessible across the digital ecosystem, helping them serve citizens more effectively and transparently.
For more on how PinMeTo serves regulated and public-sector use cases, see our pages on ISO certification and data security and Local Listing Management.