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Chess.com API

No authHTTPSGames & Comics
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Overview

Chess.com read-only REST API

Chess.com is a games & comics API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS.

At a glance

Authentication
No auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Unknown
Category
Games & Comics

Questions

Does the Chess.com API need an API key?

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

Does the Chess.com API support HTTPS?

Yes, the Chess.com API is served over HTTPS.

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