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SpaceX API

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Overview

Company, vehicle, launchpad and launch data

SpaceX is a science & math 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

Questions

Does the SpaceX API need an API key?

No. The SpaceX 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 SpaceX API from the browser?

Not directly. The SpaceX API does not send CORS headers, so call it from your server or a proxy instead of browser JavaScript.

Does the SpaceX API support HTTPS?

Yes, the SpaceX API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the SpaceX API?

Other Science & Math APIs include NASA, arXiv, NASA ADS, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, CORE.

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