Steem API
Overview
Blockchain-based blogging and social media website
Steem is a blockchain API. It needs no API key. It is served over plain HTTP and does not allow direct browser requests (no CORS).
At a glance
- Authentication
- No auth
- HTTPS
- No
- CORS
- No
- Category
- Blockchain
Questions
Does the Steem API need an API key?
No. The Steem 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 Steem API from the browser?
Not directly. The Steem API does not send CORS headers, so call it from your server or a proxy instead of browser JavaScript.
Does the Steem API support HTTPS?
The Steem API is listed as HTTP only, so avoid sending secrets to it.
What are alternatives to the Steem API?
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