FXMacroData vs MEXC Global API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
FXMacroData vs MEXC Global API: common questions
Which is more reliable, FXMacroData or MEXC Global API?
On our scheduled checks, MEXC Global API leads on measured uptime — FXMacroData at —% versus MEXC Global API 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 FXMacroData and MEXC Global API need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — FXMacroData uses an API key and MEXC Global API uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call FXMacroData and MEXC Global API from the browser?
Neither sends browser-friendly CORS headers reliably, so call FXMacroData and MEXC Global API from a server or proxy rather than client-side. The CORS and HTTPS rows above show exactly what we detected for each.
Are FXMacroData and MEXC Global API free for commercial use?
FXMacroData has unclear commercial terms, and MEXC Global 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.