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YouTube Data API

YouTube video metadata, playlist management, search, and channel feeds

Best for:Full-stack prototyping, developer tooling, production apps, and hackathons.
Verified: March 2026 • 200 OK
Official Documentation
Rate Limit
10.000 req/day
Auth
External Key
Security & CORS
HTTPS • CORS Enabled
Payload Format
JSON / REST

External Provider Registration Required

This service is protected by the provider and mandates an external developer account and API key. Grab your key from the official docs or browse our Zero-Setup Gateway Ready catalog for instant alternatives.

Auth-Gated

Live Test Console & 3D Assistant

Launch 3D studio to inspect query parameters, authentication headers, or test with your personal developer key.

Quickstart Code Snippets

Copy-paste ready boilerplate for your tech stack.

Bypass browser CORS restrictions. Protected by in-memory RAM cache and automated circuit breaker.
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// Call via FreeAPI Smart Edge Gateway (In-Memory Cache + CORS Guard)
// Endpoint: https://findfreeapi.com/api/v1/gateway/youtube-data-api-video

async function callYouTubeDataAPI() {
  try {
    const response = await fetch("https://findfreeapi.com/api/v1/gateway/youtube-data-api-video", {
      headers: {
        "Accept": "application/json",
        // "x-freeapi-key": "fapi_live_your_api_key" // FreeAPI Gateway Key
      }
    });

    if (!response.ok) {
      throw new Error(`Gateway HTTP error! status: ${response.status}`);
    }

    const data = await response.json();
    console.log("FreeAPI Live Data:", data);
  } catch (error) {
    console.error("FreeAPI Gateway Error:", error);
  }
}

callYouTubeDataAPI();

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Key Advantages (Pros)

  • Free Tier Available: Developers can test and build without entering credit card details.
  • Documented Rate Limit: 10.000 req/day.
  • HTTPS & CORS Enabled: Can be queried directly from client browsers or server backends.

Considerations & Limits (Cons)

  • External Key Required: Requires creating an account with the provider.
  • Rate Limited: Excessive rapid requests may receive HTTP 429 status.
  • Third-party SLA: Service uptime depends on the upstream provider.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Technical and integration answers for YouTube Data API.

Yes, YouTube Data API is listed as a free endpoint on FreeAPI Directory with an allowance of: 10.000 req/day.

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Official Service Provider Ownership: YouTube Data API

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