Forismatic

API

Free API for inspirational quotes and motivational sayings

Overview

The Forismatic API offers access to a diverse library of inspirational quotes and sayings. It features a straightforward endpoint to fetch random quotes, supporting both JSON and XML response formats. Each quote includes details like text, author (when available), and category. Ideal use cases include integrating uplifting content into mobile apps, personal blogs, productivity tools, social media posts, or motivational platforms. The API requires no authentication, making it easy for developers to quickly add curated inspirational content to their projects.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful interface
JSON/XML support
No auth required
Random quote retrieval

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Forismatic free to use?

Yes, the Forismatic API is completely free for both personal and commercial use with no hidden charges.

? Does it require an API Key?

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

? What is the response format?

The API supports both JSON and XML response formats; users can specify their preferred format via request parameters.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Personality

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free to use
⊕ Simple integration
⊕ Multiple response formats
⊕ Curated inspirational content

Cons

⊖ Rate limits may apply
⊖ Limited to random quotes only
⊖ Author info missing in some entries
⊖ No official SLA