GIPHY API
FreemiumLiveLast verified 24 Sept 2026
Search and retrieve GIFs and stickers by keyword, trending feed, or category.
Example request
curl -s 'https://api.giphy.com/v1/gifs/trending?api_key=$API_KEY&limit=25'
Free tier, in plain English
A beta key is free and instant at 100 calls an hour; higher-volume production keys need application review.
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