API
Public, programmatic access to NameDrop. Internal authenticated endpoints (dashboard, OTU admin, Next.js routes) are not documented here — only what’s available to third-party developers and AI agents.
Developer Portal OpenAPI / Swagger spec — the canonical reference for every public NameDrop endpoint.
Names API Public pronunciation lookups powering pronounce.namedrop.io. Search, audio, and recommendations.
Pronunciation API Keyed, higher-volume access to the pronunciation database — self-serve trial, API keys, and paid tiers.
Using your API key Already have an nd_live_ key? Set your base URL, send the x-api-key header, and make your first call.
MCP Server NameDrop's Model Context Protocol server for AI agents — namedrop_pronounce_guide tool.
Homepage API Public read-only endpoints powering the marketing site — profile lookups, brand listings, stories.
OTU API One-Time Use profile flows — passwordless setup links shared with end users.
Authentication
Section titled “Authentication”The pronunciation database is the main developer surface. Third-party access uses an API key sent as x-api-key — self-serve keys are live: start a 14-day free trial and generate a key from your NameDrop dashboard (see the Quickstart). Already have a key? Jump to Using your API key. Questions: hello@namedrop.io.