Colombia Public API vs IPWhois
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Colombia Public API vs IPWhois: common questions
Which is more reliable, Colombia Public API or IPWhois?
On our scheduled checks, IPWhois leads on measured uptime — Colombia Public API at —% versus IPWhois 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 Colombia Public API and IPWhois need an API key?
Colombia Public API needs no key, while IPWhois requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Colombia Public API first.
Can I call Colombia Public API and IPWhois from the browser?
Only Colombia Public API is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. IPWhois needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Colombia Public API and IPWhois free for commercial use?
Colombia Public API has unclear commercial terms, and IPWhois 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.