Cat Facts

API

Free REST API for random and daily cat facts

Overview

The Cat Facts API is a free RESTful service offering access to random or curated cat facts. Core endpoints include GET /facts/random (retrieve random facts with optional parameters for count and max length) and GET /facts (list all available facts). Responses are JSON-formatted, containing fact text, source, and length metadata. Ideal for integrating into mobile apps, chatbots, web widgets, educational tools, or fun projects to engage users with interesting cat trivia. It supports easy customization via query parameters to filter facts by quantity or length, making it versatile for diverse use cases without complex setup.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://alexwohlbruck.github.io/cat-facts/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful architecture
JSON response format
No authentication required
Optional filtering (count, max length)
Open source and community-maintained

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Cat Facts API free to use?

Yes, the Cat Facts API is completely free for personal and non-commercial use with no hidden charges.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, the Cat Facts API does not require any authentication or API key to access its endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses from the Cat Facts API are in JSON format, including details like fact text, source, and character length.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Animals

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate with minimal setup
⊕ No API key or registration needed
⊕ Supports customization for fact quantity/length
⊕ Lightweight and fast responses
⊕ Open source data for transparency

Cons

⊖ Limited to cat facts only (niche use case)
⊖ No service level agreement (SLA)
⊖ No real-time fact updates
⊖ Minimal advanced documentation
⊖ Potential rate limits for high-volume requests