Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to start building with DataNest APIs.
How do I get an API key?
Open any API on its DataNest page, click "Get a free API key", subscribe to the free BASIC plan on RapidAPI, and copy your X-RapidAPI-Key. No credit card is required for the free tier.
Is there a free tier?
Yes. Every DataNest API has a free BASIC plan with full endpoint access — enough to build and demo a real feature before you pay anything.
How do I authenticate requests?
Send two headers with every request: x-rapidapi-key (your key) and x-rapidapi-host (the API's host, shown on each API page and in the code samples).
What languages do you provide code samples for?
Every API page and blog guide includes copy-paste cURL, Python (requests) and Node.js (fetch) examples, plus a live in-browser demo.
Where does the data come from?
Each API documents its source. Some are DataNest-original (e.g. Astrology, Currency via ECB), others normalize trusted upstreams into clean JSON. Data is provided as-is for informational use.
Can I use DataNest APIs commercially?
Yes — all plans, including the free tier, permit commercial use. Higher tiers simply raise your monthly quota.
What are the rate limits?
Limits depend on your plan. Free BASIC uses a hard monthly cap; paid tiers use soft limits with a small per-request overage so production apps aren't cut off mid-month.
Are the dashboards real data?
Yes. The live demos call the real API in your browser and the dashboards are refreshed daily (or live). Where an upstream is unavailable, the page says so rather than showing fake data.
Is DataNest GDPR-compliant? Do you store my data?
DataNest is GDPR-compliant and does not store the personal data of API consumers. Requests are proxied and not retained. See the Privacy Policy for details.
How do I get support or a custom plan?
Email Contact@DataNest.Network for support, higher limits or custom/enterprise plans, or use the contact form.
Still stuck? Contact us or email Contact@DataNest.Network