License-API
Development
Unofficial REST API for choosealicense.com
Auth
No Auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
No
Common Use Cases
- •Integrate developer tools into CI/CD pipelines
- •Build code analysis and documentation platforms
- •Create developer productivity dashboards
Integration Guide
Review the API Documentation
Visit the official License-API documentation to understand available endpoints, request formats, and response structures. Familiarize yourself with the API's rate limits and usage policies before integration.
No Authentication Required
Good news — License-API does not require any authentication. You can start making API requests directly without registering for an API key or setting up OAuth credentials.
Use HTTPS for Secure Requests
License-API supports HTTPS, ensuring encrypted communication. Always use HTTPS endpoints in production to protect data in transit and comply with modern web security standards.
No CORS — Use a Backend Proxy
License-API does not support CORS. To use it in a browser-based app, set up a backend proxy server that forwards requests to the API and returns the response with appropriate CORS headers.
Implement and Test
Write your API integration code, start with a simple test request to verify connectivity. Implement proper error handling for network failures, rate limits, and invalid responses. Monitor your API usage to stay within any limits.
Code Examples
JavaScript / Fetch API:
// JavaScript example
fetch("https://github.com/cmccandless/license-api/blob/master/README.md")
.then(response => {
if (!response.ok) {
throw new Error(`HTTP error! status: ${response.status}`);
}
return response.json();
})
.then(data => {
console.log("API response:", data);
})
.catch(error => {
console.error("Error fetching from License-API:", error);
});Python / Requests:
# Python example
import requests
response = requests.get("https://github.com/cmccandless/license-api/blob/master/README.md")
if response.status_code == 200:
data = response.json()
print("API response:", data)
else:
print(f"Error: {response.status_code}")