Bored API
Fun & Random No key
AuthenticationNo key
Rate limitNo published limit; free for normal use
Documentation: bored-api.appbrewery.com ยท Checked Sep 13, 2026
About
The original Bored API at boredapi.com went offline, but a compatible version is now hosted by App Brewery at bored-api.appbrewery.com and it works the same way. Send it a request and it returns a random activity idea (like "Learn to play a song on the guitar") along with details like difficulty, cost, and how many people it takes. It's a simple way to get unstuck when you can't think of anything to do.
Details
No key needed. You can call it right away.
Auth: No key
Rate limit: No published limit; free for normal use
Verified: 2026-09-13
Best for: personal fun developer
Setup
- Open the docs page to see the available endpoints like /random and /activity
- Paste the example URL into a browser to see a sample activity returned as text
- To filter ideas, add options like ?type=recreational or ?participants=2 to the URL
- Use the URL in any app or website to fetch a fresh idea on demand
Example
https://bored-api.appbrewery.com/randomUse cases
- Add a "give me an idea" button to a family or group chat that suggests things to do on weekends
- Build a simple activity-picker app for date nights or kids' summer days
- Use it as a first API to learn from when practicing how websites talk to each other