What this API does
The MEXC Exchange API provides developers with comprehensive access to cryptocurrency market data and account management capabilities. It supports real-time data retrieval for over 1,500 trading pairs, enabling fine-grained market analysis with endpoints for market depth, order books, recent trades, K-line (candlestick) data, and 24-hour ticker statistics.
How it works
The API supports both RESTful HTTP requests and low-latency WebSocket streams. Developers can use RESTful endpoints to retrieve market data, while WebSocket connections allow for real-time updates. This flexibility is crucial for applications requiring immediate data responses or for executing trades based on live market conditions.
Authentication
Authentication is required only for account-related operations using API keys. Public market data can be accessed without the need for an API key, simplifying the integration process for developers.
Example usage
/api/v3/tickers/24hr- Retrieves 24-hour price change statistics for all trading pairs./api/v3/depth- Retrieves the current market depth for a specific trading pair./api/v3/trades- Gets recent trades for a specified trading pair./api/v3/klines- Requests K-line (candlestick) data for market analysis./api/v3/ticker/price- Provides the latest price for a specific trading pair.
Limits
The API documentation does not specify rate limits for public market data access. Users should follow best practices and monitor usage to ensure optimal performance.
Ideal use cases
- Building trading bots that require real-time market data.
- Developing portfolio trackers that analyze cryptocurrency investments.
- Creating financial dashboards displaying live market statistics.
- Integrating market data into trading applications or analytics platforms.