LinkPreview API
Overview
Get JSON formatted summary with title, description and preview image for any requested URL
LinkPreview is an open data API. Requests are authenticated with an API key. It is served over HTTPS and allows browser requests (CORS).
At a glance
- Authentication
- API key
- HTTPS
- Yes
- CORS
- Yes
- Category
- Open Data
Questions
Does the LinkPreview API need an API key?
Yes. The LinkPreview API uses API key authentication; the documentation explains how to get credentials.
Can I call the LinkPreview API from the browser?
Yes. The LinkPreview API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().
Does the LinkPreview API support HTTPS?
Yes, the LinkPreview API is served over HTTPS.
What are alternatives to the LinkPreview API?
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