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Pixabay

Photography.

Pixabay API is a free Photography API that requires apiKey authentication, is served over HTTPS and has unconfirmed CORS support.

Authentication
apiKey
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Unknown
Category
Photography
Visit documentation ↗pixabay.com
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Pixabay API FAQ

Is the Pixabay API free?

Yes. The Pixabay API is listed in the Photography category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the Pixabay API require an API key?

Yes. The Pixabay API uses apiKey authentication, so you need to register for credentials before making requests.

Can I call the Pixabay API from the browser?

CORS support for the Pixabay API is unknown. Test a request from the browser, and fall back to a server-side call if it is blocked.

Does the Pixabay API support HTTPS?

Yes. The Pixabay API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.