How do I get a free API-Football API key?

To get a free API-Football API key, visit their official developer portal at https://www.api-football.com/, sign up for a free developer account, and generate your API key from the dashboard. You can use it within the free tier rate limit of 100 req/day.

What is the rate limit for API-Football API?

API-Football provides a free tier rate limit of: 100 req/day. For high-throughput production requirements beyond this allowance, refer to their official documentation.

Can I use API-Football in commercial projects?

Most free endpoints permit commercial or prototyping use within fair use terms. Please inspect official provider docs for production SLAs.

Does FreeAPI store data or charge fees for this service?

No. FreeAPI is an independent API directory and developer showcase. It does not sell third-party data or charge fees; it connects developers directly to official public endpoints.

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API-FootballFree REST API

Comprehensive soccer data across 1,000+ leagues: live odds, stats, and lineups

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curl -X GET "https://www.api-football.com/api/v1/resource?apiKey=YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Accept: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_API_KEY>"

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Rate Limit

100 req/day

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Key Required

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HTTPS • CORS Ready

Protocol

REST / JSON

An external API key is required to authenticate requests with API-Football. Allowance: 100 req/day.

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Technical and integration answers for API-Football.

Yes, API-Football is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: 100 req/day.

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