Open VSX API
Overview
Search and access VS Code extensions from the Open VSX registry
Open VSX is a development 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
- Development
Questions
Does the Open VSX API need an API key?
No. The Open VSX 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 VSX API from the browser?
Yes. The Open VSX API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().
Does the Open VSX API support HTTPS?
Yes, the Open VSX API is served over HTTPS.
What are alternatives to the Open VSX API?
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