NewsAPI

API

Real-time headlines from global news sources and blogs

Overview

NewsAPI is a RESTful service providing access to real-time headlines and articles from over 1000 global news sources and blogs. Key endpoints include /v2/top-headlines (filtered by country, category, or source), /v2/everything (searchable news with date range and keyword filters), and /v2/sources (list of available sources). Responses are JSON-formatted, including article details like title, description, URL, published date, and author. Use cases include building news aggregators, content curation tools, embedding headlines in apps/websites, or analyzing media trends.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


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

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON responses
1000+ global sources
Filter by country/category/keywords
Real-time updates
Multi-language support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is NewsAPI free to use?

Yes, NewsAPI offers a free tier with 100 requests/day and 100 results per request for non-commercial purposes. Paid plans unlock higher limits and commercial usage rights.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, all requests to NewsAPI endpoints need a valid API key, which can be obtained by registering on the official website.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, containing structured data about articles (title, description, source, URL, published date, author) and sources (name, category, country).

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category News

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate
⊕ Wide source coverage
⊕ Flexible filtering options
⊕ Free tier available

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited free tier
⊖ Commercial use requires paid plan
⊖ Some sources have restricted access