Metacert
APIAPI for real-time link safety & malware flagging
Overview
The Metacert API provides RESTful endpoints for scanning links to detect malicious threats like malware, phishing, ransomware, and scam content. Core endpoints include single link analysis (GET/POST /scan) and batch processing (/batch-scan), returning structured JSON responses with threat category, severity level, confidence score, and risk details. Ideal for integrating into messaging apps, CMS platforms, or browser extensions to flag dangerous links before user interaction, enhancing product security and user trust.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://metacert.com/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful architecture
- Real-time link scanning
- Batch link processing
- JSON response format
- Multi-threat detection (malware, phishing, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Metacert API free to use?
Yes, it offers a freemium model with a free tier for basic link scanning and limited requests, plus paid plans for higher volume and advanced capabilities.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, all endpoints require API key authentication to access the service.
? What is the response format?
All responses are in JSON format, including detailed threat metadata like category, severity, and confidence score.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy RESTful integration
- ⊕ Fast real-time threat results
- ⊕ Supports batch operations
- ⊕ Covers diverse threat types
Cons
- ⊖ Rate limits on free tier
- ⊖ Requires API key authentication
- ⊖ Advanced features locked behind paid plans