Moz API
Looking for documentation for the current iteration of the Moz API? Access it here!
Want to build your own tools with Moz data? Check out the Moz API. You can use our API to build a tool that reports on link metrics and Authority data. The Moz API is self-service, so you'll need the technical know-how, or the help of a developer, to build your wonderful creation.
Have you heard? All the Moz API endpoints are now available in one unified API instance. To learn more and get started, check out the all-new documentation here .
Please note: The documentation found here is for the legacy Moz API V1 and V2 only. Our updated documentation for the current version of the Moz API can be found here .
What can I learn in this section of the Help Hub?
Within this section of the Help Hub, you can learn...
- How to get started with the Moz API V2 and what’s needed for authentication
- How to get an API key
- How to properly attribute Moz API Data
- How to make API calls to the Moz V2 API endpoint (Please see the Making Calls section noted in the left-hand navigation)
- How to check your usage data
- What weighted endpoints are and how they are calculated towards your usage
- How to use Moz API for Sheets
- How to authenticate for Moz V1
- How to make calls to the Moz V1 endpoints
- More about Moz V1 troubleshooting, example API calls, and best practices
And so much more! You can use the left-hand navigation to explore various articles related to the Moz API or use the search bar to query a specific term. We've also outlined some common customer queries below to help you find the information you need!
Looking to expand your SEO knowledge?
Moz offers a wide variety of training courses via Moz Academy! The catalog includes courses touching on various SEO topics, from basic knowledge to link-building strategies and more. You can view the course catalog and get started on the Moz Academy page.
Common Customer Queries
- Is the API plan included in my Moz Pro subscription?
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Although all Moz community accounts have limited access to the free API with a valid credit card, paid API plans are separate from Moz Pro and Moz Local. View the Moz API Pricing and Plans.
- How many rows are included in the free API plan?
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Free access allows for one request every ten seconds, up to 50 rows per month. When using Moz API V1 with free API access, some endpoints and metrics are restricted. Please see our V1 Free API Access guide for more information.
- Do I have to provide a credit card for free access?
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Yes, we require a valid credit card in order to start your free API access.
- Will I be charged for overages on the free API plan?
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In some cases a small amount of overage will be allowed on the free plan, you will not be charged. We only charge overage for paid API plans.
- How do I get an API key?
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Read our guide all about how to get an API key. Be sure to also check out our overview and authentication guide for more information on how to get started.
- How do I attribute Moz Link data?
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Our Moz API legal guide provides all the relevant information on how to properly attribute Moz Link data.
- With the release of Links V2, can I still use the Links V1 endpoints and calls?
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Yes, you can still access and make calls to the Links V1 endpoints. Please see our Links API V1 Endpoints guide for more information.
- How do I check my usage?
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You can monitor your API usage from your account here or via the Usage Data Endpoint.
- How do I pull Domain Authority, Page Authority, Spam Score and other metrics in bulk for a particular set of URLs?
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The URL Metrics endpoint allows you to pull this data in bulk for a set of URLs. You can read more about this in our URL Metrics guide.
- What is a weighted endpoint and how does it affect my usage stats?
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Some Links V2 endpoints are weighted, meaning they consume more rows per call based on the call parameters. For more information about which endpoints are weighted and how they are calculated, please see our Weighted Endpoints guide.