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DocForge vs DownStatus

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

APIDocForgeNEW—DownStatusNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree — no API key (per docs)
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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DocForge vs DownStatus: common questions

Which is more reliable, DocForge or DownStatus?

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

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

Can I call DocForge and DownStatus from the browser?

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

Are DocForge and DownStatus free for commercial use?

DocForge has unclear commercial terms, and DownStatus 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.