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

IP-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 IP-API API?

IP-API provides a free tier rate limit of: 45 req/min. For high-throughput production requirements beyond this allowance, refer to their official documentation.

Can I use IP-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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IP-APIFree REST Service

IP geolocation lookup returning ISP, latitude, longitude, and timezone

API Docs

Developer Workbench & Live ConsoleZero-Auth

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

Official Docs

Endpoint Requestready

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curl -X GET "http://ip-api.com/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

45 req/min

Auth Mode

Zero-Auth (Public)

Security & CORS

HTTPS • CORS Ready

Protocol

REST / JSON

DigitalOcean

$200 Free Cloud Credit

ScraperAPI

5,000 Free API Credits

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Web Unlocker & Proxies

COMPANION DEVELOPER TOOL0ms Client Sandbox

IP Geolocation & ASN Lookup

Lookup geographic location, ISP, ASN, timezone, and coordinates for any IP address or domain name on an interactive map.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Technical and integration answers for IP-API.

Yes, IP-API is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: 45 req/min.

Official Service Provider Ownership: IP-API

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