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GNews vs Microlink.io

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

APIGNewsDEAD0Microlink.ioDEAD0
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d0.0%0.0%
Uptime · 30d0.0%0.0%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedN/A — returns metadata extracted from the URL you pass
Free tierFree tier — API key requiredFree tier — no key required (Pro plans need a key)
Rate limitUnpublishedFree tier is rate-limited per day (see pricing)
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

GNews vs Microlink.io: common questions

Which is more reliable, GNews or Microlink.io?

Both are neck-and-neck — GNews and Microlink.io each measure 0.0% uptime over 90 days on our probe schedule. Reliability here is verified from our own scheduled checks; use the 30-day bars above to see which has been steadier lately.

Do GNews and Microlink.io need an API key?

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

Can I call GNews and Microlink.io from the browser?

Yes — both GNews and Microlink.io 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 GNews and Microlink.io free for commercial use?

GNews has unclear commercial terms, and Microlink.io 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.