How often is the Bitcoin price updated?
Bitcoin price data is refreshed hourly from multiple reliable market sources to ensure accuracy. The lastUpdated field in the response indicates the exact timestamp of the most recent update.
What currencies can I get Bitcoin prices in?
We support 170+ currencies including all major fiat currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, etc.), cryptocurrencies (ETH, BTC), and precious metals (XAU, XAG). The default is USD if no currency is specified.
What market data is included in the response?
Each response includes current price, market capitalization, 24-hour trading volume, 24-hour price change percentage, 24-hour high and low prices, change direction indicator, and formatted versions for display.
Can I use this API for a trading application?
Yes! Our Bitcoin Price API is designed for portfolio trackers, trading dashboards, and financial applications. The hourly refresh rate is suitable for most consumer applications. For high-frequency trading, consider our enterprise options.
Is historical Bitcoin price data available?
This endpoint provides current prices and 24-hour metrics. For historical price data spanning longer periods, contact our team about enterprise data access.
How do I handle price changes in my app?
The changeDirection field returns "up", "down", or "unchanged" making it easy to display green/red indicators. The change24h field provides the exact percentage change for detailed displays.
