TCGdex

API

Multi-language Pokémon TCG card & set information API

Overview

TCGdex is a RESTful API offering multi-language access to detailed Pokémon TCG data, including cards, sets, abilities, types, and more. Endpoints support filtering (by name, set ID, type, etc.) and return JSON-formatted responses with localized text (English, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, etc.). Ideal for building deck builders, collection trackers, fan websites, educational tools for TCG mechanics, or integrating TCG data into gaming platforms. It’s designed for easy integration, suitable for developers of all skill levels working on Pokémon TCG-related projects.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.tcgdex.net/docs')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
Multi-language support
JSON responses
No API key required
Comprehensive Pokémon TCG data (cards, sets, abilities)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is TCGdex free to use?

Yes, TCGdex is free for both personal and commercial use, though rate limits apply to prevent abuse.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, TCGdex does not require an API key—you can access its endpoints immediately without authentication.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, with localized data available in over 10 languages including English, French, Spanish, German, and Japanese.

Top Alternatives

Pokémon TCG API Search Google

PokéAPI (partial TCG coverage) Search Google

Bulbapedia API (manual scraping required) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Games & Comics

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate
⊕ Free for personal/commercial use
⊕ Multi-language content
⊕ Up-to-date TCG data
⊕ No authentication needed

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited requests
⊖ Limited to Pokémon TCG only
⊖ No official SLA
⊖ Some niche data may be missing