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Cataas

Cataas offers developers a free and straightforward way to integrate random cat images, memes, and animated GIFs into applications without authentication.

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Returns a random cat image with optional filters

Full Endpoint URL
https://cataas.com/cat
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://cataas.com/cat'
Request Payload
{
  "type": "gif",
  "filter": "sepia"
}
Expected Response
"Image binary data"
Version:v1

Real-World Applications
  • {'items': ['Chatbots that send a random cat image on command'Optimized Capability
  • 'Pet-themed social media apps'Optimized Capability
  • 'UI placeholders during loading states'Optimized Capability
  • 'Tutorials for API integration in web development courses']}Optimized Capability

API Specifications

v1
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
{'items': ['JSON', 'Image']}
Supported Languages
6 Languages
SDK Support
REST Only
Rate Limit

unlimited (soft fair-use limits apply)

Use Case: Best For

Not Recommended For

Resources

Documentation Source Code
#images#cats

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