# Public API

#### Documentation <a href="#public-api-documentation" id="public-api-documentation"></a>

Element Public API: <https://api.element.market/openapi/>

Element SDK:​​ <https://github.com/element-market/element-js-sdk>

#### API FAQs <a href="#api-faqs" id="api-faqs"></a>

**How can I obtain an API Key?**

Please submit a request [here](https://forms.gle/78wpggURGADCjshr7).

**What is the default rate limit?**

Requests are limited to 120/minute per API key.

**Can I create listings through the API?**

Yes, but an API Key is required.

**Can I contact Element about the API?**

Yes. You can email us <api@element.market>.


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