Pollinations.ai

Free Quotas

The most zero-friction free AI API around — no API key and no signup needed at all for basic text generation, via a simple GET-request URL scheme. Supports Claude, GPT, Gemini, DeepSeek, Llama and Mistral-class text models, plus image and audio generation. A free API key raises the rate limits further.

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Rate Limit

Maximum requests per time period
~1 request/15s (anonymous) — higher with a free API key

Max Context

Maximum tokens the model can process
See provider

Cost

$0

.00

FREE Credit card not required

Quick Start

API Endpoint

https://text.pollinations.ai

Why Choose Pollinations.ai?

  • Free Quotas - No hidden costs or credit card required
  • Instant Access - Get started in seconds with API key
  • Generous Limits - Perfect for development & production
  • 2 Models - Choose the perfect model for your task

Example: Making Your First Request 

import requests

# No API key needed for basic use
response = requests.get("https://text.pollinations.ai/Hello!")
print(response.text)

Free Models

Model Name ID Context Capabilities
OpenAI GPT-class (via Pollinations)
openai
See provider
Mistral-class (via Pollinations)
mistral
See provider

Current Limits

Request Limits

  • Rate Limit
    ~1 request/15s (anonymous) — higher with a free API key
  • Daily Limit
    Fair use

Token Limits

Throughput

See provider

Monthly Cap

Free, no billing system

Key Features

Zero setup — just call the URL
Text, image, and audio generation in one API
No API key or signup required at all for basic use
Simple GET-request URL scheme
Also offers free image/audio generation

Common Use Cases

Instant prototyping with zero setup

Educational/hobby projects

Known Limitations

  • Anonymous tier is tightly rate-limited
  • Not OpenAI-SDK-compatible out of the box — uses its own simple URL scheme
  • Smaller, community-run project — verify uptime before production use

Quick Start Guide

1

No signup needed — call https://text.pollinations.ai/<your prompt> directly

2

Optional: get a free API key at pollinations.ai for higher limits

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an API key?

Getting your Pollinations.ai API key is simple:

  1. Visit the official Pollinations.ai website
  2. Sign up for a free account (no credit card required)
  3. Navigate to the API section in your dashboard
  4. Generate your API key and start using it immediately
Are there free quotas?

Yes! Pollinations.ai offers a generous free tier with no credit card required. Check the provider's website for current terms and conditions regarding free tier availability and duration.

What happens if I exceed the free limits?

If you reach the rate limit, your requests will be temporarily throttled. The limits reset automatically after the specified time period. You can always monitor your usage in the provider's dashboard.

Is my data secure?

Pollinations.ai takes security seriously. All API communications are encrypted via HTTPS. Check their privacy policy and terms of service for detailed information about data handling and retention policies.

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