Free Jobs API vs HackMyIP
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Free Jobs API vs HackMyIP: common questions
Which is more reliable, Free Jobs API or HackMyIP?
On our scheduled checks, HackMyIP leads on measured uptime — Free Jobs API at —% versus HackMyIP 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 Free Jobs API and HackMyIP need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Free Jobs API is callable with no signup, and HackMyIP is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Free Jobs API and HackMyIP from the browser?
Only HackMyIP is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Free Jobs API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Free Jobs API and HackMyIP free for commercial use?
Free Jobs API has unclear commercial terms, and HackMyIP allows commercial use on its free tier. 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.