Loripsum
APIHigh-quality customizable lorem ipsum text generator API
Overview
The Loripsum API is a RESTful service for generating tailored lorem ipsum text. Its core endpoint is /api, with query parameters to control output: p (number of paragraphs), s (sentences per paragraph), w (words per sentence), and formatting options like html (include HTML tags), links (add hyperlinks), lists (insert bullet points), and quotes (add blockquotes). Responses are delivered in plain text or HTML based on parameters. Use cases include testing UI layouts, prototyping websites/apps, filling mock content for design tools, and validating text rendering in applications.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('http://loripsum.net/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful interface
- Customizable text parameters (paragraphs, sentences, words)
- Multiple formatting options (HTML, links, lists, quotes)
- No API key required
- Fast response times
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Loripsum API free to use?
Yes, Loripsum API is free for both personal and commercial applications without any usage restrictions.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, you don’t need an API key or authentication to access the Loripsum API endpoints.
? What is the response format?
The API supports plain text and HTML formats. Use parameters like 'plain' for raw text or 'html' for formatted content with tags such as <p>, <a>, <ul>, etc.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to integrate with simple URL parameters
- ⊕ Highly customizable output to match specific needs
- ⊕ No authentication or API key needed
- ⊕ Free for personal and commercial use
- ⊕ Supports realistic formatting (links, lists, quotes)
Cons
- ⊖ Limited to text generation (no images or other media types)
- ⊖ No official rate limit documentation
- ⊖ No JSON response option (only plain text/HTML)
- ⊖ No advanced features like localized text variants