Is Zapi really free?
Yes. The Free tier is free forever for hobby use and exploration: 2,000 requests per month, access to all public endpoints, no credit card required. The Pro & Ultra tiers are coming for teams that need more capacity.
How is Zapi different from RapidAPI or Apify?
Zapi focuses on a consistent REST contract — one API key, one response format, one error pattern for every source. No need to learn per-provider quirks like on traditional marketplaces, and no need to set up scraping workflows like on Apify.
What about the legality of accessing public data?
Zapi only accesses data that is publicly available without a login. Responsibility for how it is ultimately used stays with the developer — make sure your use case complies with the original source's ToS and the regulations in your operating region.
Can I request a new endpoint if it isn't available yet?
Yes. Any user on any tier can request a new source or endpoint through the community Discord. The most upvoted requests are usually prioritized in the next sprint.
Is there an official SDK?
Yes, for TypeScript, Python, and Go — all idiomatic, with typed responses, automatic retries, and built-in pagination. Don't like SDKs? Use cURL or your favorite HTTP client — every endpoint follows standard REST conventions.
Can I self-host Zapi?
Self-hosting isn't available on the Free or Pro tier. An enterprise self-host option will open alongside the Ultra tier release — contact the team to discuss custom requirements.