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Currency Exchange API

The Currency Exchange API offers developers reliable and easy access to real-time and historical exchange rates for currencies and cryptocurrencies, suitable for diverse financial applications.

Developed by ExchangeRate.host

Live API
99.95%Uptime
150msLatency
1.2kStars
API KeyAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
1.0Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Get latest currency exchange rates

Full Endpoint URL
https://api.exchangerate.host/latest
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://api.exchangerate.host/latest'
Request Payload
{
  "base": "USD"
}
Expected Response
{
  "base": "USD",
  "date": "2023-01-01",
  "rates": {
    "EUR": 0.85,
    "GBP": 0.75
  }
}
Version:v1
Limit:Unlimited (non-commercial)
Real-World Applications
  • Developing fintech tools that require real-time currency dataOptimized Capability
  • Creating e-commerce platforms needing currency conversion capabilitiesOptimized Capability
  • Integrating exchange rate information into financial dashboardsOptimized Capability
  • Building accounting systems that manage multiple currenciesOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Supports a wide range of currencies including cryptocurrencies and precious metals
  • ✓ Simple RESTful API with JSON responses for easy integration
  • ✓ Offers both real-time and historical exchange rate data
  • ✓ Free tier available with decent request limits
Limitations
  • ✗ No support for XML response format
  • ✗ Free tier rate limits may be restrictive for high-traffic applications
  • ✗ No official SDKs for some popular languages
  • ✗ Lack of AI-powered analytics or predictive data capabilities

FAQs

API Specifications

1.0
Pricing Model
Tiered subscription
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
7 Languages
SDK Support
JavaScript, Python, PHP
Time to Hello World

Less than 30 minutes

Rate Limit

Free tier: 1000 requests/hour; Premium tier: up to 6000 requests/hour

Free Tier Usage

1000 requests per hour with updates every hour, limited to basic features

Use Case: Best For

Developers building financial, e-commerce, or multi-currency applications

Not Recommended For

Applications requiring XML response or AI-driven currency forecasts

Resources

Documentation Official Website Pricing Details Postman Collection
#currency-conversion#exchange-rates#financial-data

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