Fake JSON API vs Random Profiles
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Fake JSON API vs Random Profiles: common questions
Which is more reliable, Fake JSON API or Random Profiles?
On our scheduled checks, Random Profiles leads on measured uptime — Fake JSON API at —% versus Random Profiles 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 Fake JSON API and Random Profiles need an API key?
Fake JSON API needs no key, while Random Profiles requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Fake JSON API first.
Can I call Fake JSON API and Random Profiles from the browser?
Yes — both Fake JSON API and Random Profiles 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 Fake JSON API and Random Profiles free for commercial use?
Fake JSON API has unclear commercial terms, and Random Profiles 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.