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FakerAPI vs Poptin API

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

APIFakerAPIDEAD0Poptin APIREACHABLE100
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d0.0%100%
Uptime · 30d0.0%100%
P50 · ms—698
P95 · ms—1705
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverified
Free tierFree — no key
Rate limit60 req/window · 59 remaining120 req/window · 119 remaining
In directory since2026-07-052026-10-04
operationalpartialdownno data

FakerAPI vs Poptin API: common questions

Which is more reliable, FakerAPI or Poptin API?

On our scheduled checks, Poptin API leads on measured uptime — FakerAPI at 0.0% versus Poptin API at 100% 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 Poptin API need an API key?

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

Can I call FakerAPI and Poptin API from the browser?

Only Poptin API 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 Poptin API free for commercial use?

FakerAPI has unclear commercial terms, and Poptin API 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.