How do I get a free Gmail API API key?

To get a free Gmail API API key, visit their official developer portal at https://developers.google.com/gmail/api, 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 250 emails/day.

What is the rate limit for Gmail API API?

Gmail API provides a free tier rate limit of: 250 emails/day. For high-throughput production requirements beyond this allowance, refer to their official documentation.

Can I use Gmail API 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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Gmail APIFree REST Service

Send, receive, search, and manage Gmail messages and inbox threads

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Endpoint Requestauth_required

GET

curl -X GET "https://developers.google.com/gmail/api" \
  -H "Accept: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_API_KEY>"

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Ready for Live Evaluation

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Rate Limit

250 emails/day

Auth Mode

Key Required

Security & CORS

HTTPS • CORS Ready

Protocol

REST / JSON

An external API key is required to authenticate requests with Gmail API. Allowance: 250 emails/day.

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Authoritative ICANN RDAP (RFC 9082) domain registry inspector for expiration dates, registrar metadata, and DNSSEC.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Technical and integration answers for Gmail API.

Yes, Gmail API is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: 250 emails/day.

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