Comprehensive Forex and Cryptocurrency API Solution
Access 593 real-time and historical forex rates plus EU VAT rates with our completely free API. With 26 years of historical data since 1999 and crypto rates from Bitcoin's inception, our solution provides unparalleled financial data coverage—no credit card required.
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Key Features
- 26 years of historical forex data (1999-present)
- Real-time cryptocurrency exchange rates (BTC, ETH, etc.)
- 593 supported currencies (170+ FIAT, 420+ crypto)
- EU VAT rate information
- Simple REST API integration
- Multiple data formats (JSON, XML, CSV, TSV)
API Endpoints Overview
| Endpoint | Description | Example Use Case |
|---|---|---|
/api/rates | Current forex rates | Display live exchange rates |
/api/convert | Currency conversion | E-commerce price calculations |
/api/historical/rates | Historical rates | Financial analysis |
/api/historical/timeseries | Time series data | Market trend visualization |
Implementation Made Simple
// Sample JavaScript implementation
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.unirateapi.com/api/rates?' +
'api_key=your-api-key&from=USD'
);
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data.rates);Trusted Data Sources
Our currency data comes from reliable financial institutions including:
- European Central Bank (ECB)
- Major commercial banks
- Established financial data providers
- Cryptocurrency exchanges
All data is updated in real-time to ensure maximum accuracy for your applications.
👉 Explore our full API documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
How current are your exchange rates?
Our forex rates update continuously throughout the trading day, with daily updates for all historical data.
Are there any usage limits?
No. Our API is completely free with unlimited requests (30 requests/minute rate limit).
What makes your historical data unique?
We offer one of the most comprehensive historical datasets available, with 26 years of forex data and complete crypto history since 2009.
How accurate are your currency conversions?
We use multiple reliable sources and weighted averages to provide the most accurate conversions possible.
Supported Currencies Sample
| Currency | Type | Available Since |
|---|---|---|
| USD | FIAT | 1999 |
| EUR | FIAT | 1999 |
| GBP | FIAT | 1999 |
| BTC | Crypto | 2009 |
| ETH | Crypto | 2015 |
Note: This is a small sample of our 593 supported currencies
Why Developers Choose Us
- No credit card required
- Clear, comprehensive documentation
- Exceptional uptime record
- Helpful developer support
- Simple attribution requirements
Start building with financial data today—completely free forever!