Using the REST API

This section contains articles on using the WordPress REST API.

Global parameters: learn about the global request parameters of the REST API that apply to each endpoint.

Pagination: working with large collections of resources and controlling the number of records retrieved from the REST API.

Discovery: determining which REST API resources are supported by the site and where they are located.

Authentication: authorizing REST API requests so you can create, update, and delete your data.

Frequently Asked Questions: check out some of the most common questions about the REST API and learn how to solve common issues.

Resources and Utilities

Backbone.js Client: interacting with the API from within WP-Admin using Backbone models and collections.

Client Libraries: utilities in various programming languages that simplify interaction with the API.