chucknorris.io

API

Free JSON API for hand-curated Chuck Norris jokes

Overview

chucknorris.io is a RESTful JSON API offering curated Chuck Norris jokes. Key endpoints include /jokes/random (random joke), /jokes/categories (list of joke categories), and /jokes/random?category={category} (category-specific joke). Responses are in JSON format, containing joke text, unique ID, category (if applicable), and a shareable URL. Ideal for integrating humor into apps, websites, chatbots, or social media tools—adds lighthearted entertainment to user experiences or casual content platforms. No authentication required for basic usage.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://api.chucknorris.io')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
No Auth required
Curated jokes
Category filtering
Shareable URLs

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is chucknorris.io free to use?

Yes, chucknorris.io is completely free for public, non-commercial use with no hidden costs.

? Does it require an API Key?

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

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including details like joke text, unique ID, category (if applicable), and a shareable URL.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Entertainment

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate
⊕ No API key needed
⊕ Curated high-quality jokes
⊕ Multiple flexible endpoints

Cons

⊖ Rate limited
⊖ Limited to Chuck Norris jokes only
⊖ No uptime SLA
⊖ No advanced customization options