Mixcloud

API

API for accessing Mixcloud's music and podcast content

Overview

The Mixcloud API is a RESTful interface enabling access to Mixcloud's library of user-uploaded mixes, podcasts, and radio shows. Key endpoints include retrieving user profiles, exploring trending content, fetching mix details (tracklists, play counts, metadata), and managing interactions (likes, follows). Responses are in JSON format. Use cases: embedding content into websites, building music discovery tools, creating personalized playlists, and integrating podcasts into third-party apps. OAuth 2.0 auth is required for user-specific actions; public access has rate limits.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
OAuth 2.0 Authentication
Access to mixes & podcasts
Metadata retrieval

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Mixcloud API free to use?

Yes, Mixcloud offers a free tier with rate limits; paid plans are available for higher usage and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Authenticated requests (e.g., posting mixes, accessing user data) need an API key and OAuth 2.0; some public content endpoints have limited access without auth.

? What is the response format?

All responses from the Mixcloud API are in JSON format, providing structured data for content, users, and interactions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Music

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Rich music/podcast library
⊕ OAuth integration
⊕ Detailed content metadata
⊕ Embeddable content options

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited free tier
⊖ Limited advanced features in free plan
⊖ Requires auth for user-specific actions