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FakerAPI vs PaperClean

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

APIFakerAPIDEAD0PaperCleanDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d1.0%0.0%
Uptime · 30d0.0%0.0%
P50 · ms860—
P95 · ms860—
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — no keyFree tier — API key required
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remainingUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

FakerAPI vs PaperClean: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or PaperClean?

On our scheduled checks, FakerAPI leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at 1.0% versus PaperClean at 0.0% 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 PaperClean need an API key?

FakerAPI needs no key, while PaperClean requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for FakerAPI first.

Can I call FakerAPI and PaperClean from the browser?

Only PaperClean 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 PaperClean free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and PaperClean 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.