Data.parliament.uk API vs My IP API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Data.parliament.uk API vs My IP API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Data.parliament.uk API or My IP API?
On our scheduled checks, My IP API leads on measured uptime — Data.parliament.uk API at —% versus My IP 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 Data.parliament.uk API and My IP API need an API key?
My IP API needs no key, while Data.parliament.uk API requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for My IP API first.
Can I call Data.parliament.uk API and My IP API from the browser?
Yes — both Data.parliament.uk API and My IP API send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Data.parliament.uk API and My IP API free for commercial use?
Data.parliament.uk API has unclear commercial terms, and My IP 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.