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Figma API vs SVG Repo

Both are solid Design & Creative APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.

Figma API

Access Figma files, components, styles, and design tokens programmatically. Bridge design and development.

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SVG Repo

Free SVG vectors and icons. Browse 500,000+ open-licensed SVGs for use in design and development.

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Figma API

  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Requires OAuth setup

SVG Repo

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Currently flagged as inactive
FeatureFigma APISVG Repo
AuthenticationOAuthNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesYes

When to use which?

SVG Repo is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.

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