In addition to the web interface, the open access monitor offers an REST API, which is available at [REST-API](https://open-access-monitor.de/api). All public data of the monitor can be queried.
In addition to the web interface, the open access monitor offers an REST API, which is available at [REST-API](https://open-access-monitor.de/api). All public data of the monitor can be queried.
# Authentication
# Authentication
With the version 2.1 the usage of the API requires a token. <br>
**Important:**With the version 2.1 the usage of the API requires a token. <br>
For each request a personal token is required in the parameter token. For getting a token please contact us at info@open-access-monitor.de and provide a brief overview of your use case. We will respond as soon as possible.
For each request a personal token is required in the parameter token. For getting a token please contact us at info@open-access-monitor.de and provide a brief overview of your use case. We will respond as soon as possible.
