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Pexels API

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Overview

Free Stock Photos and Videos

Pexels is a photography 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: Photography

Questions

Does the Pexels API need an API key?

Yes. The Pexels API uses API key authentication; the documentation explains how to get credentials.

Can I call the Pexels API from the browser?

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

Does the Pexels API support HTTPS?

Yes, the Pexels API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the Pexels API?

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