What makes PlanetsXP the best astrology api for developers?
We built PlanetsXP entirely around modern developer experience. Unlike legacy XML or SOAP services, our astrology api uses strictly RESTful principles with clean, predictable JSON responses. It leverages the industry-standard Swiss Ephemeris for mathematically perfect planetary calculations while abstracting away the complex astronomical math.
Do you offer a kundli api for generating Indian birth charts?
Yes, our dedicated kundli api allows you to instantly generate precise birth charts. It supports multiple chart rendering formats including North Indian (Diamond), South Indian (Square), and East Indian styles. It calculates all essential elements like Ascendant (Lagna), planetary degrees, Nakshatras, and retrograde status accurately.
How does the vedic astrology api calculate Dasha systems?
Our vedic astrology api includes comprehensive endpoints for multiple Dasha systems, primarily focusing on Vimshottari Dasha and Ashtottari Dasha. The API calculates exact start and end dates down to the Antardasha and Pratyantardasha levels, ensuring your users receive highly precise timing for their life events.
Can I build a matchmaking application using your indian astrology api?
Absolutely. The indian astrology api features a dedicated synastry and compatibility suite. You can programmatically generate Ashtakoot Milan (36 points matching) and Dashakoot Milan reports. The JSON response breaks down individual scores for Varna, Vashya, Tara, Yoni, Graha Maitri, Gana, Bhakoot, and Nadi along with Dosha exceptions.
What happens if I exceed my monthly API request limit?
If you are on the Developer Pro or Business Scale plan, your API access will not be cut off. Additional requests are seamlessly billed at our standard overage rate of $0.001 per request. If you are on the Free Sandbox plan, your access will pause until the next billing cycle unless you upgrade.
How are API requests counted and billed?
Every HTTP request sent to any of our endpoints counts as a single API call. For example, generating a birth chart via the astrology api counts as 1 request. Multi-person endpoints, such as checking compatibility between two users, count as 2 requests because the engine must calculate two separate natal charts simultaneously.
Do you support different Ayanamshas in your vedic astrology api?
Yes, precision is critical in Sidereal astrology. Our vedic astrology api allows you to pass a parameter to select your preferred Ayanamsha (zodiac offset). We fully support Lahiri (Chitra Paksha), Raman, KP (Krishnamurti Paddhati), and Yukteshwar Ayanamshas to ensure the calculations match your specific astrological tradition.
Can I use the kundli api to generate downloadable PDFs?
Yes. Available on our Pro and Business plans, the PDF Generation endpoint works hand-in-hand with the kundli api. You pass the user's birth details and your brand configurations (logo, colors), and the API returns a high-quality, multi-page astrological report in PDF format ready for your users to download or print.
How fast is the response time for the indian astrology api?
Performance is a top priority. Our indian astrology api is built on a highly optimized Go backend and deployed across a global edge network. Typical response times are under 200ms globally, allowing you to build real-time horoscopes, dynamic charts, and fast-loading user interfaces without frustrating loading spinners.
Can I switch between monthly and annual billing plans later?
Yes, you can upgrade, downgrade, or switch your billing frequency at any time directly from your developer dashboard. When switching from monthly to annual billing to take advantage of the 20% discount, any unused time on your current monthly cycle will be automatically pro-rated and applied to your new balance.