REFUGE Restrooms

API

Free API for finding safe restrooms for transgender, intersex, and gender nonconforming individuals

Overview

The REFUGE Restrooms API offers RESTful endpoints to locate inclusive restrooms using location parameters (latitude/longitude or address). Key endpoints include GET /restrooms/search (filter by accessibility, all-gender status) and GET /restrooms/{id} (detailed restroom info). Responses are JSON-formatted, containing data like accessibility status, opening hours, user notes on safety, and ratings. Ideal for integrating into travel apps, navigation tools, or community platforms to help marginalized gender groups find secure restroom access while commuting or traveling.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.refugerestrooms.org/api/docs/#!/restrooms')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
No Auth required
Location-based search
Inclusivity-focused metadata

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is REFUGE Restrooms API free to use?

Yes, it is completely free for public, non-commercial use.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, authentication is not required to access the API endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including detailed restroom metadata like accessibility and safety notes.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Transportation

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free access
⊕ Easy integration
⊕ Community-curated data
⊕ Supports multiple location filters
⊕ Mission-driven for marginalized groups

Cons

⊖ Potential rate limits
⊖ User-submitted data may have gaps
⊖ Limited to restroom-specific data
⊖ No real-time updates