Crypto Symbols API
The Crypto Symbols API provides a list of all available cryptocurrency ticker symbols. It can be used in conjunction with the Crypto Price API to retrieve price data.
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/v1/cryptosymbols GET Premium Only
https://api.api-ninjas.com/v1/cryptosymbols
Returns a list of available cryptocurrency symbols that have pricing information.
Parameters
None
Headers
X-Api-KeyrequiredAPI Key associated with your account.
Response
A JSON object with the following fields or an error if the request is unsuccessful.
symbolsarrayAn array of cryptocurrency symbol pairs.
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https://api.api-ninjas.com/v1/cryptosymbolsHeaders
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curl -X GET "https://api.api-ninjas.com/v1/cryptosymbols" \
-H "X-Api-Key: YOUR_API_KEY"If your programming language is not listed in the Code Example above, you can still make API calls by using a HTTP request library written in your programming language and following the above documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the Crypto Symbols API for commercial purposes?
Yes, but you must have a premium subscription. Commercial use of the Crypto Symbols API is not permitted on the free tier. See our pricing page to choose a plan that fits your needs.How do I get an API key and start using the Crypto Symbols API?
Sign up for a free account to instantly get your API key, then pass it in theX-Api-Keyheader on every request. The documentation above includes ready-to-run examples in cURL, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, and more.What happens if I exceed my quota for the month?
Your API requests will simply be denied once you hit your monthly quota — you will never be charged more than the plan you signed up for. To increase your quota, you can upgrade your plan any time on our pricing page.What happens if a request to the Crypto Symbols API fails?
The API responds with a standard HTTP status code and a JSON error message describing the problem. See our error codes reference for the full list of codes and how to resolve each one, or contact support if you need help.What does the <code>symbols</code> array contain and how do I use it?
The/v1/cryptosymbolsendpoint returns a JSON object with asymbolsarray of all supported cryptocurrency ticker pairs that have pricing information, such as ETHBTC and LTCBTC. You can pass any of these pairs into the Crypto Price API to retrieve live price data for that symbol.Does the Crypto Symbols API require any query parameters?
No, the/v1/cryptosymbolsendpoint takes no query parameters; you only need to supply a validX-Api-Keyheader on the GET request. If a call comes back unsuccessful, check the returned status code against the error codes reference.What are some use cases for the Crypto Symbols API?
It is most commonly used to discover the full set of supported ticker pairs and then feed them into the Crypto Price API to retrieve prices, or to populate dropdowns and validate user input in crypto dashboards. For dedicated Bitcoin market data you can also pair it with the Bitcoin API.Is the Crypto Symbols API available on the free plan?
No, the/v1/cryptosymbolsendpoint is marked Premium Only, so it requires a paid subscription. See the pricing page for the available plans.