// OPEN DATA
Wikidata
Collaboratively edited knowledge base operated by the Wikimedia Foundation
Wikidata is a free public Open Data API that requires OAuth authentication. It supports HTTPS.
// FACTS
- Category
- Open Data
- Authentication
- OAuth
- HTTPS
- yes
- CORS
- unknown
- Endpoint
- www.wikidata.org
- Cost
- Free
// FREQUENTLY ASKED
What is Wikidata?
Wikidata is a free public API in the Open Data category. Collaboratively edited knowledge base operated by the Wikimedia Foundation
Does Wikidata require authentication?
Yes — Wikidata requires OAuth authentication to make requests.
Is Wikidata free?
Yes. Wikidata 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 Wikidata support HTTPS?
Yes, Wikidata supports HTTPS encrypted requests.