Abacus vs Files.com API
If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Abacus.
Abacus
Free and simple counting service. You can use it to track page hits and specific events
Files.com API
API provided by files.com
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Files.com API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | Files.com API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abacus is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Abacus works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.