What is NewsAPI?
NewsAPI is an online service that provides an easy-to-use API for retrieving news articles from various sources.
How do I use NewsAPI?
You can use NewsAPI by signing up for an API key and making requests to their API using your preferred programming language.
What types of news sources does NewsAPI support?
NewsAPI currently supports over 70,000 news sources, including major international publications and smaller, local sources.
Can I get news articles in multiple languages through NewsAPI?
Yes, NewsAPI supports articles in various languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and more.
Is there a limit to the number of requests I can make with NewsAPI?
Yes, NewsAPI has a limit of 500 requests per day for the free plan. For higher limits, you can upgrade to a paid plan.
How do I fix the "API key not found" error?
This error usually occurs when you have not included your API key in your request URL. Make sure to include it in the "apiKey" parameter in your requests.
Why am I getting a "401 - Unauthorized" error?
This error means that you are not using a valid API key in your request. Make sure to use your unique API key provided by NewsAPI.
What does the "429 - Too Many Requests" error mean?
This error occurs when you have reached your daily request limit. You can either wait for the next day or upgrade to a higher plan for more requests.
How do I fix the "404 - Source Not Found" error?
This error means that the news source you are trying to request from is not available or has been removed. Check if the source is still active and if not, remove it from your requests.
Can I search for news articles from a specific date?
Yes, you can use the "from" and "to" parameters in your request URL to specify a date range for your news articles.
How do I filter news articles by category?
You can use the "category" parameter in your request URL to filter articles by category. See NewsAPI's documentation for a list of available categories.
Is there a way to sort the news articles by popularity or relevance?
Yes, you can use the "sortBy" parameter in your request URL to specify the criteria for sorting the articles. Available options include "popularity" and "publishedAt".
Can I get images along with the news articles?
Yes, you can use the "includeImage" parameter in your request URL to retrieve articles with their associated images.
How do I handle API errors?
It is recommended to always check the status code of your response to determine if there are any errors before parsing the data. You can also refer to NewsAPI's error codes documentation for troubleshooting.
Can I cache the news articles from NewsAPI?
Yes, you can cache the articles for a limited time as long as you mention NewsAPI as the source and include a link back to the original article.
How frequently is NewsAPI updated with new articles?
NewsAPI updates their database of articles every 15-30 minutes. Keep in mind that not all sources may have new articles at this frequency.
Is there a way to get breaking news updates from NewsAPI?
Yes, NewsAPI offers a breaking news endpoint that provides a stream of the latest news articles as they are published.
Can I use NewsAPI for commercial purposes?
Yes, you can use NewsAPI for commercial purposes with a paid plan. However, make sure to follow their usage guidelines and terms of service.
How do I cancel my NewsAPI subscription?
You can cancel your NewsAPI subscription at any time by going to your account settings and selecting the "Cancel Subscription" option.
Is there a support team I can reach out to for help with NewsAPI?
Yes, you can contact NewsAPI's support team by emailing [email protected] for any issues or queries.
Can I get historical news articles from NewsAPI?
Yes, you can retrieve news articles dating back to 2013 through NewsAPI's historical data API.
How do I get real-time updates on news articles?
You can use NewsAPI's webhooks feature to receive real-time updates on new articles. See their documentation for more information.
Can I use NewsAPI to retrieve articles from specific authors?
Yes, you can use the "author" parameter in your request URL to search for articles by a specific author.
Does NewsAPI have a mobile app?
No, NewsAPI does not have a mobile app, but their website is optimized for mobile devices.
Where can I find NewsAPI's terms of service?
You can find NewsAPI's terms of service on their website under the "Terms and Conditions" section in the footer.
Is there a limit to the number of news articles I can retrieve per request?
Yes, there is a limit of 100 articles per request. If you need more, you can use pagination to retrieve additional articles.
How accurate are the headlines and articles retrieved from NewsAPI?
NewsAPI retrieves articles directly from the sources, so their accuracy depends on the accuracy of the source. However, they have a system in place to detect and remove fake news sources.
