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Microlink.io vs NewsData

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

APIMicrolink.ioNEW—NewsDataNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseN/A — returns metadata extracted from the URL you passUnverified
Free tierFree tier — no key required (Pro plans need a key)Free tier — 200 credits/day
Rate limitFree tier is rate-limited per day (see pricing)200 credits/day on free plan
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Microlink.io vs NewsData: common questions

Which is more reliable, Microlink.io or NewsData?

On our scheduled checks, NewsData leads on measured uptime — Microlink.io at —% versus NewsData 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 Microlink.io and NewsData need an API key?

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

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

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

Microlink.io has unclear commercial terms, and NewsData 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.