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Bootprint vs GBIF

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

APIBootprintNEW—GBIFNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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Bootprint vs GBIF: common questions

Which is more reliable, Bootprint or GBIF?

On our scheduled checks, GBIF leads on measured uptime — Bootprint at —% versus GBIF 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 Bootprint and GBIF need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — Bootprint is callable with no signup, and GBIF is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call Bootprint and GBIF from the browser?

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

Are Bootprint and GBIF free for commercial use?

Bootprint has unclear commercial terms, and GBIF 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.