Random Quote API
This API returns a random quote from a collection of quotes. The quotes are from famous people and are in English.
Without length parameters, the quote is 120 to 400 characters long. If only max-length is given and it is below 120, the minimum drops to 1; if only min-length is given and it is above 400, the maximum rises to 10,000. A min-length greater than max-length returns a 400 error. If no quote matches the requested length, the API returns a 404 error and the call is not billed.
{
"author": "Francis Bacon",
"quote": "A little philosophy inclineth man's mind to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth men's minds about to religion."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the quotes by?
The database contains quotes from a diverse range of famous people, including historical figures, authors, scientists, politicians, and celebrities.
Can I get quotes about specific topics?
Currently, the API returns a random quote. If you need quotes on specific topics, you might want to check if a search parameter becomes available in future updates.
How many quotes are in the database?
The API draws from a massive collection of thousands of quotes, ensuring you get a wide variety of wisdom and humor.
How is the Random Quote API different from the Random Affirmation API?
The Random Quote API returns famous quotes from various authors on a wide range of topics, while the Random Affirmation API provides positive statements designed to boost self-confidence.