1Forge

API

Real-time Forex currency market data API

Overview

1Forge Forex Data API provides real-time and historical currency exchange rates, including spot prices, tick data, and conversion capabilities. Key endpoints include /quotes (latest rates for pairs), /convert (instant currency conversion), /history (historical rate data over time), and /symbols (list of supported currency pairs). Responses are JSON-formatted. Use cases include building financial dashboards, currency conversion apps, trading algorithms, or integrating dynamic forex pricing into e-commerce platforms. It supports over 700 currency pairs and aggregates data from multiple liquidity providers for reliability.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://1forge.com/forex-data-api/api-documentation')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful architecture
Real-time forex rates
JSON response format
Historical data access
700+ currency pairs

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is 1Forge free to use?

Yes, 1Forge offers a freemium model. The free tier includes basic access to real-time rates and conversion tools, while paid plans unlock higher rate limits, historical data, and additional features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, an API key is required to access most endpoints. You can obtain a free key by registering on the 1Forge website.

? What is the response format of the API?

All API responses are in JSON format, which is lightweight and easy to parse across various programming languages.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Currency Exchange

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Low-latency data delivery
⊕ Wide coverage of currency pairs
⊕ Freemium pricing option
⊕ Easy integration with apps

Cons

⊖ Free tier has rate limits
⊖ Advanced features require paid plans
⊖ No SLA for free users