Detect Language

API

Simple API for detecting text language

Overview

The Detect Language API provides a RESTful interface to identify the language of input text. Its core endpoint accepts plain text or URL-encoded content, returning JSON responses with ISO 639-1 language codes (e.g., 'en' for English) and confidence scores. It supports over 170 languages and dialects. Use cases include localizing app content, filtering spam by language patterns, analyzing social media posts for multilingual trends, and enhancing customer support tools. Integration is straightforward, making it ideal for developers building global-facing applications.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful Interface
JSON Response Format
170+ Supported Languages
Confidence Scoring
Easy Integration

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Detect Language free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with a limited number of monthly requests. Paid plans are available for higher volume usage and additional features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, an API key is required for all requests. You can obtain a key by creating an account on the Detect Language website.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including ISO 639-1 language codes and confidence scores for each detected language.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Text Analysis

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ High Accuracy
⊕ Free Tier Available
⊕ Wide Language Coverage
⊕ Simple Authentication

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Paid Plans for High Volume
⊖ Limited Rare Dialect Support