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Ayrshare vs Public Time API

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIAyrshareNEW—Public Time APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSyesno
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Ayrshare vs Public Time API: common questions

Which is more reliable, Ayrshare or Public Time API?

On our scheduled checks, Public Time API leads on measured uptime — Ayrshare at —% versus Public Time API at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do Ayrshare and Public Time API need an API key?

Public Time API needs no key, while Ayrshare requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Public Time API first.

Can I call Ayrshare and Public Time API from the browser?

Only Ayrshare is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Public Time API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Ayrshare and Public Time API free for commercial use?

Ayrshare has unclear commercial terms, and Public Time API has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.