UN Data API Documentation & Help
Explore the official guide to the UN Data API, covering access control, sign-up, the User Key, the RESTful query interface, and a step-by-step query walkthrough. Use the navigation below to reach the home page, documentation, forum, and sign-in area.
In This Article
The following topics are covered in this guide, from account access through to running and reviewing queries.
- Access control and sign-up
- User Key and requests
- RESTful query interface
- Query walkthrough: datasets, general, filtered, and results
- Frequently asked questions
Pages
Jump directly to the documentation pages that walk you through each stage of working with the API.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to sign up before making requests?
Yes. Access control and resource usage are managed through 3scale, so every user must first register through this website using the sign-up link.
What is a User Key and where do I use it?
Once you register, you receive a User Key. This key has to be included with every request you send to the UNData-api site.
What kind of interface does the API use?
The query interface is simple and is built on a RESTful interface.
Where do I start with querying a dataset?
Begin by retrieving a list of datasets, then proceed to a general query on a dataset, followed by queries filtered by Country or Year, and finish on the results page.
Where can I find changes to the API?
Check the Release Notes page, which is linked from this wiki home, for the latest updates.
Support & Resources
Reach the UN Data home site, the support page, or the 3scale platform for additional help.