What is CurrencyAPI?
CurrencyAPI offers a comprehensive currency conversion API that delivers real-time and historical foreign exchange rates for over 170 world currencies and cryptocurrencies. The service features a RESTful architecture with updates every 60 seconds, ensuring developers have access to the most current data for their applications.
Built with developers in mind, the API includes extensive documentation, REST clients, pre-built integrations, and a Postman collection for easy implementation. It supports multiple programming languages including CURL, PHP, Node, and Java, making it versatile for various development environments.
Features
- 170+ Supported Currencies: Comprehensive coverage of world currencies and cryptocurrencies
- Real-time Updates: Exchange rates updated every 60 seconds for all major currency pairs
- Historical Data: Access to historical exchange rates for past dates
- Developer-Friendly: REST API with extensive documentation and multiple client libraries
- High Reliability: Infrastructure handling millions of requests per day with 99.99% uptime
Use Cases
- E-commerce stores offering local currency pricing to international customers
- Spreadsheets requiring accurate live and historical exchange rate data
- Analytics platforms unifying international revenue data into local currencies
- Financial applications needing real-time currency conversion
- Travel websites displaying prices in multiple currencies
FAQs
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What is the uptime guarantee for the CurrencyAPI service?
The API has maintained 99.99% uptime throughout the last 12 months, with current status available on their Status Page. -
Where does the currency data come from?
All currency data is sourced from multiple financial data providers and international banks to ensure accuracy and reliability. -
Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes, subscriptions can be cancelled at any time directly from your dashboard in less than 30 seconds. -
What happens if I need more than 1,700,000 requests per month?
For higher volume needs, you can contact their team to create a custom plan tailored to your specific requirements.
