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Shodan API

Data & Analytics · Security

Shodan is the world most powerful search engine for internet-connected devices and systems, providing an API that allows security researchers, penetration testers, and network administrators to discover and analyze devices and services exposed to the public internet. Unlike traditional web search engines that index website content, Shodan indexes information about servers, routers, industrial control systems, webcams, smart devices, and any other equipment with an internet-accessible interface.

Shodan API Highlights

Shodan API is verified for developer integrations in Nigeria and across African markets, providing documented endpoints, sandbox testing, and developer support.

Authentication

API Key

Rate Limit

1 request/second; query credits based on plan

Sandbox Mode

✗ Not Available

Webhooks

Not verified yet

Supported Regions

Nigeria

Ghana

Kenya

Shodan API Services

Device searchPort/service dataVulnerability lookupOrganization search

Alternative African Company to

Stripe Twilio AWS

Shodan API is best for:

Security researchers and penetration testers needing internet-connected device discovery

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API Pricing Model

Free account with limited results
paid plans from $49/month for full access

Shodan API Core Features & Capabilities

Features Included

Device search Port/service data Vulnerability lookup Organization search Historical data

Required Access Documents for Shodan API

Shodan AccountRequired
Create account at shodan.io and purchase API plan for full access

Different Shodan API use cases

Nigerian infrastructure exposure audit:Discover exposed services and devices belonging to Nigerian organizations for security assessment
Vulnerability management:Identify Nigerian-hosted services running vulnerable software versions requiring patching
Attack surface monitoring:Monitor what ports and services Nigerian companies have exposed to the public internet

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