Provider Guide
Everything you need to know about becoming an API provider
Table of Contents
1. Getting Started
To become a provider on TryAPI, follow these simple steps:
- 1Create an account - Sign up for a TryAPI account if you haven't already.
- 2Apply to become a provider - Go to Become a Provider and fill out the application form.
- 3Wait for approval - Our team will review your application within 24-48 hours.
- 4Start adding APIs - Once approved, access your Provider Dashboard to add APIs.
2. Adding Your APIs
To add an API to the marketplace:
Required Information
- • Name - A descriptive name for your API
- • Base URL - Your API's base URL (e.g., https://api.example.com)
- • Endpoint - The specific endpoint path (e.g., /v1/data)
- • Method - HTTP method (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)
- • Description - What your API does
- • Price per call - How much to charge per API call
Authentication Setup
If your API requires authentication, configure it in the API settings. We support Bearer tokens, API keys, Basic auth, and custom headers. Your credentials are stored securely and never exposed to end users.
3. Setting Prices
You have full control over your API pricing. Here's how it works:
Revenue Split: 70/30
You keep 70% of every API call. TryAPI retains 30% for platform maintenance, billing, and support services.
Example: $0.001/call
- 10,000 calls = $10 revenue
- Your earnings = $7
- Platform fee = $3
Pricing Tips
- • Research competitor pricing
- • Consider your API's value
- • Start competitive, adjust later
4. API Authentication
TryAPI supports multiple authentication methods for your backend API:
| Type | Description | Header Format |
|---|---|---|
bearer | Bearer token auth | Authorization: Bearer TOKEN |
api-key | Custom header API key | X-API-Key: YOUR_KEY |
basic | HTTP Basic auth | Authorization: Basic BASE64 |
query | Query parameter | ?api_key=YOUR_KEY |
Security Note: Your API credentials are stored securely and encrypted. They are never exposed to end users - TryAPI acts as a secure proxy.
5. Earnings & Withdrawals
How Earnings Work
- Earnings accumulate with each API call
- View real-time stats in your dashboard
- Monthly earnings summary available
Withdrawal Rules
- Minimum withdrawal: $50
- Request anytime when balance qualifies
- Processing time: 3-5 business days
6. Best Practices
Documentation
- • Write clear, detailed API descriptions
- • Include example requests and responses
- • Document all parameters and their types
- • Explain error codes and handling
Performance
- • Ensure your API has good uptime
- • Optimize response times
- • Handle errors gracefully
- • Set appropriate rate limits
7. FAQ
Can I update my API after publishing?
Yes, you can update your API's details, pricing, and documentation at any time. Changes that affect the endpoint or authentication will require re-review.
What happens if my API goes down?
If your API is unavailable, users will receive an error response. Prolonged downtime may affect your API's visibility in the marketplace.
Can I remove my API?
Yes, you can disable or remove your API from the marketplace at any time through your Provider Dashboard.
How do free credits work?
Users can use free credits to call your API. You still receive payment - TryAPI subsidizes the provider earnings when free credits are used. You can disable this in your Provider Settings.
How are disputes handled?
If there's a billing dispute, our support team will investigate. We may temporarily hold related earnings until the dispute is resolved.