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FakerAPI vs Keyvalue

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

APIFakerAPIDEAD0KeyvalueHEALTHY86
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d0.0%92.1%
Uptime · 30d0.0%100%
P50 · ms—427
P95 · ms—3359
Authnonenone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree — limits not published
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remainingUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

FakerAPI vs Keyvalue: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or Keyvalue?

On our scheduled checks, Keyvalue leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at 0.0% versus Keyvalue at 92.1% 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 FakerAPI and Keyvalue need an API key?

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

Can I call FakerAPI and Keyvalue from the browser?

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

Are FakerAPI and Keyvalue free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Keyvalue 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.