Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the RUE API. If you can't find the answer you're looking for, please contact our support team.
General Questions
What is the RUE API?
The RUE API is a comprehensive solution for web scraping, content categorization, and risk assessment. It provides developers with tools to extract metadata, categorize content, perform similarity checks, and conduct adverse media searches.
How do I get started with the RUE API?
To get started, sign up for an API key on our developer portal. Once you have your key, you can begin making API requests. Check out our Getting Started guide for more information.
What programming languages are supported?
The RUE API can be used with any programming language that can make HTTP requests. We provide official client libraries for popular languages such as Python, JavaScript, Ruby, and PHP.
API Usage
What are the rate limits for the API?
Rate limits vary depending on your subscription plan. Please refer to our Rate Limiting page for detailed information.
How do I handle errors from the API?
The API returns standard HTTP status codes along with detailed error messages. We recommend implementing proper error handling in your code. For more information, see our Error Handling guide.
Can I use the API for commercial purposes?
Yes, the RUE API can be used for commercial purposes. Please review our terms of service and ensure your usage complies with our policies and any applicable laws.
Features and Functionality
What types of data can I extract using the API?
The API can extract various types of metadata from web pages, including titles, descriptions, keywords, author information, and Open Graph tags. For a full list of available fields, check our API Reference.
How accurate is the content categorization?
Our content categorization uses advanced machine learning models and is highly accurate. However, accuracy can vary depending on the content and the specificity of the categories. We continuously work on improving our models.
Can I use my own custom categories?
Yes, you can use custom categories with our API. For more information, see our Custom Categories guide.
If you have any other questions that aren't answered here, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team. We're here to help!