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Leona Whitcombe

API Rate Limits and Fair Use for Wikipedia Developers

Wikipedia's API is free to use, but strict rate limits ensure fair access for all developers. Learn how to stay within limits, avoid blocks, and use alternatives like data dumps for heavy usage.

Leona Whitcombe

Rate Limits and Courtesy Policies for Wikipedia API Clients

Learn how to use the Wikipedia API responsibly with proper rate limits and courtesy policies to avoid being blocked. Essential guidelines for bot developers and data researchers.