Audience
Developers and engineering teams searching for a tool to document, test, and manage APIs using an interactive, OpenAPI-based platform that combines documentation and API client functionality
About Scalar
Scalar is a modern, open source API platform designed to help developers create, document, test, and manage APIs through a unified, interactive environment built around the OpenAPI standard. It transforms OpenAPI specifications into clean, visually appealing, and interactive API documentation that allows users to explore endpoints and test requests directly within the interface, combining documentation and a full-featured API client in one place. It includes a built-in REST API client that supports sending requests, inspecting responses, handling authentication methods such as API keys and OAuth2, and working with environment variables and dynamic parameters. Scalar also offers tools for generating SDKs, managing and versioning API specifications with Git integration, and creating documentation that stays synchronized with the underlying API through Markdown or MDX workflows.
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Company Information
Scalar
Founded: 2023
United States
scalar.com
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Platforms Supported
Windows
Mac
Linux
Training
Documentation
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Scalar Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Scalar work with?
Scalar works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Scalar support in their product?
Scalar supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Scalar offer?
Scalar offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Scalar integrate with?
Scalar integrates with: C#, Git, GitHub, JSON, Markdown, Model Context Protocol (MCP), OAuth, and Swagger.
Q: Does Scalar have an API?
Yes, Scalar has an API.
Q: What type of training does Scalar provide?
Scalar provides training in the form of documentation and live online.
Q: How much does Scalar cost?
Pricing for Scalar starts at Free.
