Notion API

API

Integrate Notion's documents and productivity tools into your applications

Overview

The Notion API is a RESTful interface for connecting Notion's document and productivity ecosystem to external apps. It uses JSON for all requests and responses, with endpoints to manage pages, databases, blocks, users, and workspaces. Key use cases include syncing app data with Notion databases, automating content creation workflows, building custom dashboards for team analytics, embedding Notion pages in tools, and programmatically managing tasks. It supports CRUD operations and real-time updates via webhooks, enabling developers to extend Notion's functionality seamlessly.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://developers.notion.com/docs/getting-started')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Support
API Key Authentication
Database & Page Management
Webhook Notifications
Block-level Operations
Team Workspace Integration

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Notion API free to use?

Yes, the Notion API offers a free tier with rate limits (e.g., 1000 requests/minute for free workspaces). Paid tiers are available for higher usage limits and access to advanced features linked to Notion's paid plans.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, authentication uses an Internal Integration Token (API key) generated from the Notion Developer Portal. You must also share target workspaces/databases with your integration to access them.

? What is the response format?

The Notion API exclusively uses JSON for all request and response payloads, ensuring compatibility with most programming languages and tools.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Documents & Productivity

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Comprehensive Documentation
⊕ Rich Feature Set for Productivity Workflows
⊕ Real-time Event Subscriptions
⊕ Seamless Notion Ecosystem Integration
⊕ Active Developer Community

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Advanced Features Tied to Paid Notion Plans
⊖ Steeper Learning Curve for Complex Schemas
⊖ JSON-only Response Format