AniList API
Anime No key
AuthenticationNo key
Rate limit90 requests per minute
Documentation: docs.anilist.co ยท Checked Sep 13, 2026
About
AniList powers one of the most popular anime tracking sites, and its official API opens up that whole catalog: anime and manga details, scores, trending lists, airing schedules, characters, and staff. It uses a query style called GraphQL, which means you ask for exactly the fields you want and nothing extra. Reading public data needs no key.
Details
No key needed. You can call it right away.
Auth: No key
Rate limit: 90 requests per minute
Verified: 2026-09-13
Best for: personal developer fun
Setup
- Open the getting-started guide at docs.anilist.co
- Copy the example query for looking up an anime by ID
- Send it to https://graphql.anilist.co with any tool or code
- Adjust the fields in the query to get exactly the data you want
Example
POST https://graphql.anilist.co with a query for Media { id title { english } averageScore }Use cases
- A hobbyist builds a personal 'plan to watch' dashboard with cover art and scores
- A YouTube channel auto-generates 'top 10 anime of the season' lists with real rankings
- A small merch shop shows trending anime to inspire new product designs