CoinMarketCap

API

Real-time cryptocurrency price and market data API

Overview

The CoinMarketCap API delivers real-time and historical cryptocurrency market data, including prices, market caps, trading volumes, and supply metrics. Key endpoints include /v1/cryptocurrency/listings/latest for top coins, /v1/cryptocurrency/quotes/latest for specific coin details, and historical data endpoints. Responses are JSON-formatted. Use cases include building crypto price trackers, integrating market data into financial apps, conducting research, and powering educational tools for cryptocurrency analysis.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON response format
Real-time price updates
Historical market trends
Comprehensive metrics (price, market cap, volume)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is CoinMarketCap API free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with limited access (e.g., 10,000 monthly calls). Premium tiers unlock higher call limits and advanced features like historical data beyond 90 days.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, all requests need an API key. You can get one by signing up for an account on the CoinMarketCap API website.

? What is the response format?

All endpoints return data in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into web or mobile applications.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Cryptocurrency

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Widely trusted data source
⊕ Detailed documentation
⊕ Supports thousands of cryptocurrencies
⊕ Offers both free and premium tiers

Cons

⊖ Free tier has strict rate limits
⊖ Premium plans are costly for high-volume use
⊖ Advanced features locked behind paid tiers