Advice Slip
APIFree API for random advice slips
Overview
The Advice Slip API is a RESTful service offering random or specific advice slips. Key endpoints include GET /advice (random slip) and GET /advice/{slip_id} (specific slip by ID). Responses are JSON objects with a slip containing an ID and short advice text. Use cases include adding fun advice features to lifestyle apps, chatbots for casual interactions, blog widgets for daily tips, or educational tools for reflection. It requires no authentication, enabling quick integration into any project.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('http://api.adviceslip.com/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful architecture
- JSON response format
- No authentication required
- Random advice generation
- Retrieve specific advice by ID
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Advice Slip free to use?
Yes, the Advice Slip API is completely free for public use with no paid tiers.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not needed to access any of the Advice Slip API endpoints.
? What is the response format?
All responses are in JSON format, containing a slip object with an ID and the advice text.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to integrate (no API key)
- ⊕ Lightweight JSON responses
- ⊕ Free public access
- ⊕ Simple, intuitive endpoints
Cons
- ⊖ Rate-limited to prevent abuse
- ⊖ No SLA or uptime guarantee
- ⊖ Limited functionality (no custom advice)
- ⊖ No write operations (POST/PUT)