How do I get a free Open Notify API key?

Open Notify 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 Open Notify API?

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

Can I use Open Notify 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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Open NotifyFree REST API

Live International Space Station (ISS) location and astronaut count

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 "http://api.open-notify.org/iss-now.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

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5,000 Free API Credits

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COMPANION DEVELOPER TOOL0ms Client Sandbox

Unix Timestamp & Date Converter

Convert seamlessly between Unix epoch timestamps (seconds/ms), ISO 8601, UTC and local timezones.

Launch Tool

Interactive Web Tool Available

Test and interact with this service in your browser using our Unix Timestamp & Date Converter tool.

Open Live Tool

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Technical and integration answers for Open Notify.

Yes, Open Notify is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: Unlimited.

Official Service Provider Ownership: Open Notify

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