Open Library API
Overview
Books, book covers and related data
Open Library is a books API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and does not allow direct browser requests (no CORS).
At a glance
- Authentication
- No auth
- HTTPS
- Yes
- CORS
- No
- Category
- Books
Questions
Does the Open Library API need an API key?
No. The Open Library 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 Open Library API from the browser?
Not directly. The Open Library API does not send CORS headers, so call it from your server or a proxy instead of browser JavaScript.
Does the Open Library API support HTTPS?
Yes, the Open Library API is served over HTTPS.
What are alternatives to the Open Library API?
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