Imsea

API

Free photography image search API

Overview

Imsea API provides free access to photography-focused image search functionality. Its core GET endpoint (https://imsea.herokuapp.com/api) accepts a 'q' query parameter for search queries (e.g., ?q=sunset). Responses are structured in JSON, including image URLs, alt descriptions, and source details. Ideal for integrating visual content into personal projects, educational tools, or non-commercial apps—no authentication required, making setup quick and straightforward for developers needing photography assets.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
No authentication required
Photography-focused results
Simple query parameters

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Imsea free to use?

Yes, Imsea API is completely free for personal and non-commercial use cases.

? Does it require an API Key?

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

? What is the response format?

Imsea returns search results in JSON format, including image URLs, alt text, and source information.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Photography

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate (no API key)
⊕ Free unlimited access
⊕ Photography-specific content
⊕ Minimal setup

Cons

⊖ Hosted on Heroku free tier (potential downtime)
⊖ Limited metadata in responses
⊖ No commercial use clarity
⊖ No advanced filters (size/color)