OpenSanctions vs Zenodo
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
OpenSanctions vs Zenodo: common questions
Which is more reliable, OpenSanctions or Zenodo?
On our scheduled checks, Zenodo leads on measured uptime — OpenSanctions at —% versus Zenodo 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 OpenSanctions and Zenodo need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — OpenSanctions is callable with no signup, and Zenodo is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call OpenSanctions and Zenodo from the browser?
Yes — both OpenSanctions and Zenodo 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 OpenSanctions and Zenodo free for commercial use?
OpenSanctions has unclear commercial terms, and Zenodo 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.