GLEIF LEI API vs Open Data Minneapolis
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
GLEIF LEI API vs Open Data Minneapolis: common questions
Which is more reliable, GLEIF LEI API or Open Data Minneapolis?
On our scheduled checks, Open Data Minneapolis leads on measured uptime — GLEIF LEI API at —% versus Open Data Minneapolis 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 GLEIF LEI API and Open Data Minneapolis need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — GLEIF LEI API is callable with no signup, and Open Data Minneapolis is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call GLEIF LEI API and Open Data Minneapolis from the browser?
Yes — both GLEIF LEI API and Open Data Minneapolis send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are GLEIF LEI API and Open Data Minneapolis free for commercial use?
GLEIF LEI API has unclear commercial terms, and Open Data Minneapolis 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.