Comprehensive anime and manga data
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About this API
The MyAnimeList API provides access to a comprehensive database of anime and manga titles along with community features. It is designed for developers who want to integrate anime and manga data, user lists, and community interactions into their applications.
Users can authenticate via OAuth to access personalized data such as their anime or manga lists and community activities. The API supports retrieving detailed information about titles and user-generated content, making it relevant for apps focused on anime and manga enthusiasts.
This API is particularly useful for building applications that require up-to-date anime and manga information combined with social features, leveraging the large MyAnimeList user base and data repository.
What you can build
- 1Display anime and manga information
- 2Generate user anime/manga lists
- 3Validate user authentication via OAuth
- 4Integrate community data into apps
Strengths & limitations
Strengths
- Comprehensive anime and manga data
- OAuth-based user authentication
- Community-driven content
Example request
curl https://myanimelist.net/clubs.php?cid=13727/<endpoint> \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $ACCESS_TOKEN"Getting started
To start, register your application to obtain OAuth credentials. Use OAuth to authenticate users and access the API endpoints.
FAQ
Do I need an API key to use the MyAnimeList API?+
You need to register your application and use OAuth for authentication to access the API.
Is OAuth required for accessing user data?+
Yes, OAuth authentication is required to access personalized user data.
Can I access public anime and manga data without user authentication?+
The API primarily uses OAuth, so some public data may require authentication.
Is HTTPS required to use the API?+
Yes, secure HTTPS connections are standard for OAuth and API requests.
Can I use this API directly from browser-based applications?+
OAuth flows can be implemented in browser apps, but consider CORS and security best practices.
Technical details
- Auth type
- oauth
- Pricing
- free
- Protocols
- REST
- Response time
- 521 ms
- Last health check
- 5/12/2026, 7:37:53 AM
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