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HackMyIP vs IP Data API

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

APIHackMyIPNEW—IP Data APINEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
Authnonenone
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useyesunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierCompletely free — no API key, no signupFree — limits not published
Rate limit100 req/windowUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

HackMyIP vs IP Data API: common questions

Which is more reliable, HackMyIP or IP Data API?

On our scheduled checks, IP Data API leads on measured uptime — HackMyIP at —% versus IP Data 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 HackMyIP and IP Data API need an API key?

Neither needs a paid key — HackMyIP is callable with no signup, and IP Data API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.

Can I call HackMyIP and IP Data API from the browser?

Yes — both HackMyIP and IP Data API 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 HackMyIP and IP Data API free for commercial use?

HackMyIP allows commercial use on its free tier, and IP Data 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.