DigitalOcean Status

API

Real-time status API for DigitalOcean services

Overview

The DigitalOcean Status API provides real-time and historical operational data for all DigitalOcean services (droplets, spaces, managed databases, etc.). Key endpoints include current global status, component-specific health, and past incident details. Responses are in JSON format, enabling seamless integration. Use cases: Embed status in internal dashboards, automate outage alerts for DO-hosted apps, or track infrastructure reliability over time. No authentication is required, allowing quick integration into development workflows.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
No Auth required
Real-time updates
Historical incident data

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is DigitalOcean Status API free to use?

Yes, the API is publicly accessible without any cost or subscription.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, authentication is not required for accessing the DigitalOcean Status API endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses from the API are in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Development

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Publicly accessible (no cost)
⊕ Easy to integrate (no auth)
⊕ Comprehensive service coverage
⊕ JSON responses

Cons

⊖ Limited to DigitalOcean services only
⊖ No built-in alerting
⊖ Potential rate limits for high-volume use