NewsAPI

API

Real-time news headlines and articles from global sources

Overview

NewsAPI provides RESTful endpoints to access real-time headlines and articles from thousands of global news sources and blogs. Core endpoints include /v2/top-headlines (filter by country, category, source), /v2/everything (keyword search with date ranges), and /v2/sources (list supported outlets). Responses are JSON-formatted, containing details like author, publication date, content snippets, and source info. Ideal for building news aggregators, integrating news feeds into apps/websites, or monitoring trending topics across industries.

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
Global News Sources
Filter by Country/Category/Keyword
Real-time Updates
Multiple Language Support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is NewsAPI free to use?

Yes, NewsAPI offers a free tier with 100 requests/day and access to recent articles. Paid plans unlock higher limits, full article content, and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, all requests need a valid API key, which you can get by registering for free on the NewsAPI website.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON, including fields like title, author, source, publication date, content snippet, and article URL.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category News

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to Integrate
⊕ Wide Source Coverage
⊕ Flexible Filtering
⊕ Free Tier Available

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Full Content Behind Paid Tiers
⊖ Limited Historical Data (Free Tier)
⊖ Requires API Key