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xkcd API

The xkcd API offers developers free access to xkcd webcomic metadata, suitable for integration into applications and creative projects.

Developed by xkcd

Live API
99.90%Uptime
150msLatency
1.2kStars
No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
1.0Version
API Endpoints

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

Get the latest xkcd comic

Full Endpoint URL
https://xkcd.com/info.0.json
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://xkcd.com/info.0.json'
Expected Response
{
  "img": "https://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/comic.png",
  "num": 2500,
  "title": "Comic Title"
}
Version:v1
Limit:Unlimited
Real-World Applications
  • Integrating xkcd comics into personal websites or applicationsOptimized Capability
  • Creating educational tools or projects showcasing webcomicsOptimized Capability
  • Building widgets that display the latest or specific xkcd comicsOptimized Capability
  • Developing analysis tools for webcomic contentOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ No authentication or API key required
  • ✓ Simple and easy-to-use RESTful endpoints
  • ✓ Returns rich metadata including images and alt text
  • ✓ No documented rate limits or usage restrictions
Limitations
  • ✗ Limited to metadata retrieval; no comic creation or modification
  • ✗ No official SDKs available
  • ✗ Basic API with minimal features beyond metadata access
  • ✗ No support for querying by parameters other than comic number

FAQs

API Specifications

1.0
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
6 Languages
SDK Support
REST Only
Time to Hello World

Instant access, no setup required

Rate Limit

Unlimited requests per minute

Free Tier Usage

100% free with unlimited API calls and no restrictions

Use Case: Best For

Web developers, educational content creators, comic enthusiasts

Not Recommended For

Enterprise integrations needing high throughput or advanced features

Resources

Documentation Official Website
#entertainment#xkcd#comics

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