API Rate Limiting Solution

What's API Rate Limiting?

API rate limiting is a crucial mechanism to control the number of requests that a client can make to a server within a specified time period. This ensures that resources are used efficiently and helps prevent abuse or overuse of the API, maintaining optimal performance and availability.

Features

Rate Limits with API Key

• Reader Read: Allows 200 requests per minute (RPM).
• Reader Search: Allows 40 requests per minute (RPM).

Rate Limits without API Key

• Reader Read: Allows 20 requests per minute (RPM).
• Reader Search: Allows 5 requests per minute (RPM).

Endpoint Details

• r.jina.ai: Endpoint for reading operations.
• s.jina.ai: Endpoint for search operations.

Use Case

API rate limiting is essential for any application that interacts with external services via APIs. It helps in preventing service disruptions due to excessive requests, ensuring fair usage among users, and protecting the server from being overwhelmed.

FAQ

What is the purpose of API rate limiting?

API rate limiting helps in managing the load on the server, ensuring fair resource allocation, and preventing abuse by capping the number of requests a client can make within a certain period.

How can I increase my rate limit?

You can increase your rate limit by using an API key in your request headers. This will significantly enhance the number of allowed requests per minute.

Where can I find more information?

For more details, visit Jina AI Reader.