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Jokes API

JokeAPI allows developers to retrieve jokes from various categories with flexible filtering options, making it suitable for entertainment applications and community platforms.

Developed by Sv443

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99.90%Uptime
120msLatency
450Stars
No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
v2Version
API Endpoints

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

Returns a random joke from all categories

Full Endpoint URL
https://v2.jokeapi.dev/Any
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://v2.jokeapi.dev/Any'
Request Payload
{
  "safe-mode": true
}
Expected Response
{
  "type": "twopart",
  "setup": "Why do programmers prefer dark mode?",
  "category": "Programming",
  "delivery": "Because light attracts bugs!"
}
Version:v2
Real-World Applications
  • Embedding humor into chatbots or virtual assistants.Optimized Capability
  • Creating entertainment widgets for websites and applications.Optimized Capability
  • Building mobile applications that deliver daily jokes or trivia.Optimized Capability
  • Integrating humor elements into social media platforms and community forums.Optimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ No authentication required; easy to use.
  • ✓ Supports multiple joke categories and types.
  • ✓ Flexible content filtering ensures appropriate jokes.
  • ✓ Lightweight JSON response format ideal for web and mobile apps.
Limitations
  • ✗ No official SDKs available, integration requires manual HTTP requests.
  • ✗ No rate limiting documentation which may affect planning for high-traffic apps.
  • ✗ Limited to jokes only; no other entertainment content.
  • ✗ Localization support limited to a few languages.

API Specifications

v2
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
8 Languages
SDK Support
REST Only
Time to Hello World

Minutes

Rate Limit

No documented rate limit; best effort service

Free Tier Usage

Completely free to use with no API keys and unlimited access.

Use Case: Best For

Developers needing quick and simple joke retrieval for apps and bots without authentication overhead.

Not Recommended For

Applications requiring guaranteed SLA or extensive localization and diverse entertainment content.

Resources

Documentation Official Website Source Code Pricing Details Postman Collection
#humor#entertainment

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