How do I get a free Hacker News API API key?

Hacker News API does not require an API key (Zero-Auth). You can call the endpoints directly with cURL, Fetch, or Python without creating an account or providing authorization tokens.

What is the rate limit for Hacker News API API?

Hacker News API provides a free tier rate limit of: Unlimited. For high-throughput production requirements beyond this allowance, refer to their official documentation.

Can I use Hacker News 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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Hacker News APIFree REST Service

Official Firebase Hacker News top stories, comments, and user profiles

API Docs

Developer Workbench & Live ConsoleZero-Auth

Test real endpoints directly, inspect live JSON, or copy implementation code.

Official Docs

Endpoint Requestready

GET

curl -X GET "https://hacker-news.firebaseio.com/v0/item/8863.json" \
  -H "Accept: application/json"

ResponseReady / Idle

Ready for Live Evaluation

Click [ Send Request ] to dispatch a real request via FreeAPI proxy and inspect real JSON payloads.

Rate Limit

Unlimited

Auth Mode

Zero-Auth (Public)

Security & CORS

HTTPS • CORS Ready

Protocol

REST / JSON

DigitalOcean

$200 Free Cloud Credit

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5,000 Free API Credits

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Web Unlocker & Proxies

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Encode, decode and parse complex URL strings, paths, and query string parameters.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Technical and integration answers for Hacker News API.

Yes, Hacker News API is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: Unlimited.

Official Service Provider Ownership: Hacker News API

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