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PostalPinCode API vs WhereParcel API

Two free Tracking APIs compared on access, reliability and developer ratings, using data from our daily health checks.

The verdict

  • Choose PostalPinCode API if you want to start without an API key.
  • Choose WhereParcel API if you want to call it from browser JavaScript.

Side by side

PostalPinCode APIWhereParcel API
What it doesAPI for getting Pincode details in India.Unified parcel tracking API across 60+ carriers worldwide (USPS, FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc.).
ProviderApi for Indian Postal PIN CodeWhereParcel
API keyNot neededRequired
HTTPSYesYes
CORS (browser calls)UnknownYes
Status todayOnline · 857 msOnline · 692 ms
Uptime (30 days)UpUp
Developer ratingNot rated yetNot rated yet
PriceFree / free tierFree / free tier
PostalPinCode docs ↗WhereParcel docs ↗

About each API

WhereParcel logoWhereParcel API

Unified parcel tracking API across 60+ carriers worldwide (USPS, FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc.).

WhereParcel API Documentation

Strengths

  • 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.
  • 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.

PostalPinCode vs WhereParcel FAQ

Which needs an API key, PostalPinCode API or WhereParcel API?

WhereParcel API requires an API key; PostalPinCode API doesn't, so PostalPinCode API is quicker to try.

Which can I call from the browser?

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

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