I’m exploring options to monetize a pet software project as a secondary income source. As a backend engineer, I’m curious if the community has experienced success using RapidAPI. Additionally, I’m open to recommendations for alternative platforms that might be worthwhile.
rapidapi does have a large userbase and good exposure, but I heard the fees might eat into your profits. If you’re open to options, som ppl suggest looking into apis.guru or api marketplace by postman. also, don’t forget about custom solutions like direct sells on ur own site.
RapidAPI can indeed be a viable option for selling APIs, based on the range of tools and its established user network. It exposes your API to a vast audience, which can be advantageous if you are targeting a large, diverse user base. Furthermore, RapidAPI provides analytics and monitoring features that are beneficial for tracking usage and performance, though it is important to evaluate their fee structure to ensure it aligns with your profitability goals. Consider also experimenting with more niche platforms to see where your product resonates best.
Having used RapidAPI in the past, I found it to be beneficial for reaching a wide audience pretty quickly. One advantage is the community involvement; there are great resources available for developers. The API management tools it provides are handy and save a lot of setup time. However, long term, their fees can be quite significant, depending on your pricing model and usage, so you may need to think about the balance between exposure and cost. I’ve seen some devs build communities around their APIs, which can be another angle if you’re looking at creating sustainable revenue without intermediaries.
Tried rapidapi before, and its great for visibility. But beware of the hidden costs! The transaction fees can get high as your usage increases. alternatively, smaller platforms like interactsh or moka can work, esp. if you’re looking for niche specialists rather than mass audience.