ELI vs GoFile
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
ELI vs GoFile: common questions
Which is more reliable, ELI or GoFile?
On our scheduled checks, GoFile leads on measured uptime — ELI at —% versus GoFile 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 ELI and GoFile need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — ELI uses an API key and GoFile uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call ELI and GoFile from the browser?
Yes — both ELI and GoFile 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 ELI and GoFile free for commercial use?
ELI has unclear commercial terms, and GoFile 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.