This section provides detailed information about the Data Retrieval API, which allows you to fetch data from our platform. Whether you are a developer or a data analyst, this guide will help you understand how to retrieve the data you need efficiently.
Getting Started
Before you start using the Data Retrieval API, make sure you have the following:
- A valid API key.
- An understanding of the API endpoints and parameters.
For more information on obtaining an API key, please visit our API Key Management.
API Endpoints
The Data Retrieval API provides several endpoints to fetch different types of data. Here are some of the most commonly used endpoints:
/data/recent- Fetches the most recent data entries./data/specific- Fetches data based on specific criteria./data/history- Fetches historical data.
For a complete list of endpoints, please refer to our API Endpoints Documentation.
Example Request
Here is an example of a GET request to fetch recent data entries:
curl -X GET "https://api.example.com/data/recent?api_key=YOUR_API_KEY"
Response Format
The Data Retrieval API returns data in JSON format. Here is an example of a typical response:
{
"data": [
{
"id": 1,
"name": "John Doe",
"email": "john@example.com",
"date": "2023-01-01"
},
{
"id": 2,
"name": "Jane Smith",
"email": "jane@example.com",
"date": "2023-01-02"
}
]
}
Error Handling
If an error occurs during the API request, the response will include an error message and a status code. Here are some common error codes and their meanings:
401- Unauthorized: The API key is invalid or has expired.403- Forbidden: The user does not have permission to access the requested data.404- Not Found: The requested endpoint does not exist.
For more information on error handling, please refer to our Error Handling Documentation.
Next Steps
Now that you have a basic understanding of the Data Retrieval API, you can start building applications that leverage our data. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please visit our Support Forum.