JokeAPI

API

Free API for programming, miscellaneous, and dark jokes

Overview

JokeAPI offers RESTful endpoints to fetch jokes across categories like programming, miscellaneous, and dark. Key endpoints include /joke/{category} for random jokes, /search for keyword-based queries, and /categories to list valid types. Responses are JSON-formatted, containing joke text (single or two-part), category, and content flags (e.g., NSFW, religious). Use cases: Integrate into apps, chatbots, developer tools, or educational platforms to add humor; filter unsafe content for family-friendly audiences.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://sv443.net/jokeapi/v2/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API design
JSON response format
No API key required
Multiple joke categories (programming, dark, misc)
Content filtering flags
Keyword search functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is JokeAPI free to use?

Yes, JokeAPI is completely free for both personal and commercial use without any hidden costs.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, JokeAPI does not require an API key—you can start using it immediately with simple HTTP requests.

? What is the response format?

All responses from JokeAPI are in JSON format, including joke content, category, and optional flags for content warnings.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Games & Comics

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate with minimal setup
⊕ Free for personal and commercial use
⊕ Diverse joke categories to suit different audiences
⊕ Well-documented endpoints and usage examples
⊕ Content flags enable safe usage control

Cons

⊖ Rate limits apply for excessive requests
⊖ No user-submitted joke functionality
⊖ No official SLA for uptime guarantees
⊖ Dark joke category may require careful filtering for general audiences