Imgbb

API

Simple & Quick Private Image Hosting & Sharing API

Overview

The Imgbb API is a RESTful service for image hosting and sharing, enabling developers to upload, store, and distribute images via straightforward endpoints. Key features include POST /1/upload (supports file or URL uploads) and GET requests for image metadata. Responses are JSON-formatted, providing image URLs (public/private), dimensions, size, and deletion tokens. Ideal for integrating image storage in apps, forums, blogs, or e-commerce platforms—simplifies image management without self-hosted infrastructure, perfect for small projects or rapid prototyping.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Response Format
Image Upload via File/URL
Metadata Retrieval
Deletion Token Support
Private Image Hosting

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Imgbb API free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with basic limits (e.g., 32MB max file size, 500 uploads/month). Paid tiers (Pro/Premium) unlock higher storage, bandwidth, and additional features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need an API key (available via registration on Imgbb’s website) to authenticate all requests.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON, including image URLs, metadata (size, dimensions), and error details if applicable.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Cloud Storage & File Sharing

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy Integration
⊕ Quick Setup
⊕ Free Tier Available
⊕ Lightweight JSON Responses
⊕ Supports Multiple Image Formats

Cons

⊖ Rate-Limited Free Tier
⊖ Paid Tiers for Higher Limits
⊖ No SLA for Free Users
⊖ Limited Advanced Features (e.g., Folder Management)