Per-key
Limits
Burst
Capacity
Real-time
Dashboards
Auto
Alerts
Features
Fine-grained control over API usage.
Per-key limits
Set different rate limits for each API key. Production keys get more, test keys get less.
Burst capacity
Allow temporary bursts above the rate limit for breaking news scenarios. Configurable burst duration and size.
Usage dashboards
Real-time dashboards showing requests per second, minute, hour, and day. Per-key and aggregate views.
Automatic alerts
Get notified at 50%, 80%, and 100% of your quota. Prevent unexpected overage charges.
Custom quotas
Set monthly, weekly, or daily quotas. Rollover unused credits or reset on your billing cycle.
Rate limit headers
Standard rate limit headers (X-RateLimit-*) on every API response. SDKs parse them automatically.
FAQ
What are the default rate limits?
Free: 10 req/min, 100/month. Pro: 100 req/min, 10K/month. Enterprise: custom. All plans support burst capacity.
Can I set different limits per key?
Yes. Each API key can have its own rate limit and monthly quota. Perfect for separating production, staging, and test environments.
What happens when I hit the limit?
You get a 429 Too Many Requests response with Retry-After header. Your SDK should retry with exponential backoff.
Can I buy more quota mid-cycle?
Yes. Upgrade your plan or buy quota add-ons at any time. The extra quota is available immediately.
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