FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Below you will find answers to some of the most common questions regarding our API. We cover topics from data coverage to account management. If you need more details, please consult the full documentation or contact support.

General & Data Coverage

Why are some vessels out of coverage?

Our API is powered exclusively by terrestrial AIS data. This means that vessel coverage depends on the availability of terrestrial antennas. In areas with limited infrastructure, some vessels may not be detected, which is why they can appear out of coverage.
Valid API key users can make up to 2000 calls per minute, while trial users are limited to 90 calls per minute.
If you exceed your rate limits, you will be temporarily banned—1 minute for valid API key users and 5 minutes for IP-based calls. Overuse protection ensures that you are never charged more than your available coin balance.

Account & API Key Management

How do I obtain an API key?

To obtain an API key, register for a free account at MyShipTracking.com. Once registered, log in to your account and generate your unique API Key and Secret. Each account is limited to one API key, which comes with a coin limit of 2000 and is active for a maximum of 10 days.
Yes, you can regenerate your API key and Secret at any time from your account page on MyShipTracking.com. Regenerating a key will invalidate your previous credentials.
Trial API keys are active for a maximum of 10 days.
No, credits are not transferable. Each month, your credit balance resets to the predefined amount. For example, if your monthly allocation is 10,000 credits, any unused credits from the previous month do not carry over.