The Guardian

API

Access The Guardian’s full content library via REST API

Overview

The Guardian Open Platform API offers RESTful access to The Guardian’s entire content archive, including articles, videos, and multimedia. Key endpoints include /search (filter by section, tag, date, or keyword), /sections (list content sections), /tags (browse categories), and /item (retrieve specific content by ID). Responses are JSON-formatted with metadata like publication date, author, and related tags. Use cases include building news aggregators, content curation tools, media monitoring platforms, or integrating Guardian content into educational apps for current events analysis.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('http://open-platform.theguardian.com/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Response Format
Content Filtering by Section/Tag/Date
Full Archive Access
Search Functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is The Guardian API free to use?

Yes, the API is free for both non-commercial and commercial use, though rate limits apply to the free tier.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register for a free API key from the Guardian Open Platform to authenticate your requests.

? What is the response format?

All API responses are in JSON format, including content details, metadata, and related tags.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category News

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Comprehensive Content Library
⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
⊕ Free to Use
⊕ Flexible Filtering Options

Cons

⊖ Rate-Limited (5000 Calls/Day Free Tier)
⊖ Requires API Key Registration
⊖ No Real-Time Content Push