// OPEN SOURCE PROJECTS
Shields
Concise, consistent, and legible badges in SVG and raster format
Shields is a free public Open Source Projects API with no authentication required. It supports HTTPS.
// FACTS
- Category
- Open Source Projects
- Authentication
- none
- HTTPS
- yes
- CORS
- unknown
- Endpoint
- shields.io
- Cost
- Free
// FREQUENTLY ASKED
What is Shields?
Shields is a free public API in the Open Source Projects category. Concise, consistent, and legible badges in SVG and raster format
Does Shields require authentication?
No — Shields can be used immediately without any API keys or authentication.
Is Shields free?
Yes. Shields is listed in our directory of free public APIs and is free to use. Check the official site for any rate limits or paid tier limitations.
Does Shields support HTTPS?
Yes, Shields supports HTTPS encrypted requests.