FakeStoreAPI
APIFree REST API for e-commerce test data & prototypes
Overview
FakeStoreAPI is a RESTful test data API for e-commerce prototyping. It provides endpoints for products (CRUD operations), users, carts, and orders. Responses are JSON-formatted with realistic data like product details (title, price, category, image), user profiles, and order records. Ideal for frontend developers to mock backend interactions, test shopping flows, product listings, or demo e-commerce sites without a real database. Supports standard HTTP methods to simulate real-world e-commerce functionality, making it perfect for prototyping, testing, or educational purposes.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://fakestoreapi.com/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful
- JSON Responses
- No Auth Required
- CRUD Operations
- Realistic E-commerce Data (Products, Users, Carts, Orders)
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is FakeStoreAPI free to use?
Yes, FakeStoreAPI is completely free for both personal and commercial use with no hidden charges.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, FakeStoreAPI does not require any API key or authentication to access its endpoints.
? What is the response format?
All responses from FakeStoreAPI are in JSON format, with structured data for products, users, carts, and orders.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to integrate (no setup)
- ⊕ Free & no API key needed
- ⊕ Realistic mock data for e-commerce
- ⊕ Supports all core e-commerce endpoints
Cons
- ⊖ Static data (no real-time updates)
- ⊖ Limited data variety
- ⊖ No official SLA or support