Open Collective

API

API for accessing Open Collective community and financial data

Overview

The Open Collective API provides RESTful access to data from the Open Collective platform, including collective profiles (details, members, goals), transaction histories, contributions, and events. Endpoints like /collectives/{slug} retrieve specific collective info, while /transactions fetches financial records. Responses are JSON-formatted. Use cases include building analytics tools for open source funding tracking, integrating community data into dashboards, automating donation reports for admins, and creating apps that showcase transparent collective finances to supporters.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://docs.opencollective.com/help/developers/api')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON Support
Collective Profile Access
Transaction History
Requires API Key

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Open Collective free to use?

Yes, the Open Collective API is free for accessing public collective data. Some endpoints require an API key but have no paid tiers for basic usage.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, most endpoints (including private collective data and transaction records) need an API key generated from your Open Collective account settings.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, making it easy to parse and integrate into web or mobile applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Social

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Transparent Financial & Community Data
⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
⊕ Supports Public/Private Collectives
⊕ Useful for Open Ecosystem Tools

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits Apply
⊖ API Key Required for Most Endpoints
⊖ No SLA for Free Usage
⊖ Limited Advanced Filtering