API_TERMS.md

API Terms of Use

By using the CodeNearby API, you agree to the following:

Authentication

• All requests must include a valid API key in the x-api-key header.

Usage and Limits

• Token-based metering applies to each call.
• Daily free tokens reset automatically; paid tokens are consumed until depleted.
• Abuse, scraping at scale, or attempts to bypass metering are prohibited.

Data and Compliance

• Respect third-party platform terms (e.g., GitHub).
• Do not store or expose personal data in violation of applicable laws.

Availability

• The API is provided as-is; uptime and quotas may change.

Revocation

• We may revoke keys that violate these terms without notice.

See docs/API_GUIDE.md and API_ROUTES_SUMMARY.md for technical details.