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Pantry API vs The Null Pointer API

Two free Cloud Storage & File Sharing APIs compared on access, reliability and developer ratings, using data from our daily health checks.

The verdict

  • Choose Pantry API if you want to call it from browser JavaScript.
  • Choose The Null Pointer API if its data fits your use case better; on access and reliability it's level with Pantry API.

Side by side

Pantry APIThe Null Pointer API
What it doesFree JSON storage for small projects.No-bullshit file hosting and URL shortening service.
ProviderPantry0x0.st
API keyNot neededNot needed
HTTPSYesYes
CORS (browser calls)YesUnknown
Status todayOnline · 870 msOnline · 677 ms
Uptime (30 days)UpUp
Developer ratingNot rated yetNot rated yet
PriceFree / free tierFree / free tier
Pantry docs ↗The Null Pointer docs ↗

About each API

Pantry API

Free JSON storage for small projects.

Pantry is a free, API based JSON storage solution for small projects. We help developers build projects quickly

Strengths

  • No API key needed
  • Callable from the browser (CORS)
  • HTTPS

Ratings, reviews and FAQ →

How to choose between them

  • Prototyping or a tutorial? Pick the one that needs no API key (both qualify).
  • Calling from a web page? You need CORS. Otherwise route requests through your own server or a serverless function.
  • Going to production? Favour HTTPS, a strong uptime record and a provider with clear rate limits and terms. Check each API's docs before you commit.
  • Still unsure? Both are free to try: send one request to each and compare the data you get back.

Pantry vs The Null Pointer FAQ

Do Pantry API and The Null Pointer API need an API key?

Neither needs an API key; you can call both straight away.

Which can I call from the browser?

Pantry API supports CORS, so front-end JavaScript can call it directly. Call the other from a server.

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