AkousaFreesound API
Media & EntertainmentOAuth 2.0FreeCORS enabled
Search and download Creative Commons sound effects, field recordings, and audio samples.
https://freesound.org/apiv2API Playground
Sending through our CORS proxy.
https://freesound.org/apiv2/
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Frequently Asked Questions About Freesound API API
What is Freesound API?
Freesound API is a public API listed in the akousa.net API Directory, a curated collection of 750+ APIs across 12 categories. Search and download Creative Commons sound effects, field recordings, and audio samples.
How do I authenticate with Freesound API?
Freesound API uses OAuth 2.0 authentication. You need to register your application with the provider, obtain client credentials, and implement the OAuth 2.0 authorization flow to get access tokens for making API requests.
Is Freesound API free to use?
Yes, Freesound API is completely free to use. There are no usage fees or paid tiers. However, free APIs may still have rate limits, so check the documentation for any usage restrictions.
Does Freesound API support CORS?
Yes, Freesound API supports CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing), which means you can make requests directly from browser-based JavaScript applications without encountering cross-origin errors.
Where can I find Freesound API documentation?
You can find the official Freesound API documentation at https://freesound.org/docs/api/. The documentation includes endpoint references, request/response examples, authentication guides, and rate limit details. You can also explore Freesound API in the akousa.net API Directory for a quick overview and test it using the built-in API tester.