4chan vs Hashtag
If you need a Social API that's easy to integrate, go with 4chan.
4chan
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Hashtag
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | 4chan | Hashtag |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
4chan is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. 4chan works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.