How to integrate Mapbox Search with custom data | BUILD with Mapbox 2026

At BUILD with Mapbox 2026, the Mapbox team shared how developers can combine custom datasets with Mapbox Search JS to create a unified search experience. In this session, learn how to index custom data efficiently, build a custom search function, and combine results from multiple sources into a single search interface using SearchBoxCore and SearchSession. Using a real-world example, the session demonstrates a reusable pattern for integrating custom datasets such as local listings, internal geocoding, and niche categories alongside standard Mapbox search results. Watch to learn how to build a unified search experience that combines your own data with Mapbox Search. ● Learn more about Mapbox: https://www.mapbox.com ● Create an account today: https://account.mapbox.com/auth/signup/?page=/