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4chan API

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Overview

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4chan is a social API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and allows browser requests (CORS).

At a glance

Authentication
No auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes
Category
Social

Questions

Does the 4chan API need an API key?

No. The 4chan API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.

Can I call the 4chan API from the browser?

Yes. The 4chan API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().

Does the 4chan API support HTTPS?

Yes, the 4chan API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the 4chan API?

Other Social APIs include Blogger, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, TikTok.

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