// SECURITY
Shodan
Search engine for Internet connected devices
Shodan is a free public Security API that requires apiKey authentication. It supports HTTPS.
// FACTS
- Category
- Security
- Authentication
- apiKey
- HTTPS
- yes
- CORS
- unknown
- Endpoint
- developer.shodan.io
- Cost
- Free
// FREQUENTLY ASKED
What is Shodan?
Shodan is a free public API in the Security category. Search engine for Internet connected devices
Does Shodan require authentication?
Yes — Shodan requires apiKey authentication to make requests.
Is Shodan free?
Yes. Shodan 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 Shodan support HTTPS?
Yes, Shodan supports HTTPS encrypted requests.