Deck of Cards API
The Deck of Cards API offers developers a straightforward way to simulate standard playing card decks for game and educational applications.
Developed by Deck of Cards API
Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.
Draws a specified number of cards from the deck.
https://deckofcardsapi.com/deck/{deck_id}/draw/curl -X GET 'https://deckofcardsapi.com/deck/{deck_id}/draw/'{
"count": "integer (optional) - Number of cards to draw, default is 1",
"deck_id": "string (required) - The unique deck identifier"
}{
"cards": [
{
"code": "AS",
"suit": "SPADES",
"image": "https://deckofcardsapi.com/static/img/AS.png",
"value": "ACE"
}
],
"success": true,
"remaining": 51
}- Building card games for web and mobile platformsOptimized Capability
- Creating educational applications that involve card manipulationOptimized Capability
- Developing simulations for gaming or casino-related projectsOptimized Capability
- Rapid prototyping of games and card-related applicationsOptimized Capability
- ✓ No authentication required for quick integration
- ✓ Simple RESTful API with JSON responses
- ✓ Supports multiple decks and real-time deck state management
- ✓ Free to use with no documented rate limits
- ✗ No official SDKs available
- ✗ Limited to standard playing card decks only
- ✗ Not suited for high-volume or commercial gaming without self-hosted solutions
- ✗ Lacks advanced game logic or multiplayer features
API Specifications
1.0Less than 5 minutes for first API call
No documented rate limits, suitable for lightweight production
The API is completely free to use with no sign-up required and no usage limits documented.
Use Case: Best For
Developers building card games, educational tools, and simulations requiring card deck manipulation
Not Recommended For
High-traffic commercial platforms requiring advanced multiplayer or game logic features
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