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ColorMagic vs Unsplash

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

APIColorMagicDYING82UnsplashDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d83.9%0.0%
Uptime · 30d51.7%0.0%
P50 · ms267—
P95 · ms3070—
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

ColorMagic vs Unsplash: common questions

Which is more reliable, ColorMagic or Unsplash?

On our scheduled checks, ColorMagic leads on measured uptime — ColorMagic at 83.9% versus Unsplash at 0.0% 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 ColorMagic and Unsplash need an API key?

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

Can I call ColorMagic and Unsplash from the browser?

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

Are ColorMagic and Unsplash free for commercial use?

ColorMagic has unclear commercial terms, and Unsplash 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.