Complete Guide to API Monitoring and Uptime Tracking

Understanding API Monitoring

Uptime API Information

API Description

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Key Features

• Real-time monitoring with 60-second check intervals
• Customizable alert notifications via email, SMS, webhook, and Slack
• Performance metrics including response time, uptime percentage, and error rates
• Historical data and trend analysis
• SSL certificate monitoring and expiration alerts
• Keyword monitoring for content validation
• Multi-location monitoring for global coverage

Monitoring Types

• HTTP/HTTPS APIs
• Public APIs
• Private APIs
• Keyword-based monitoring
• Custom status codes
• Response time tracking

Notification Channels

• Email
• SMS
• Webhook
• Slack

Example API Responses

Monitoring Status

{
    "success": true,
    "data": {
        "monitor": {
            "id": "mon_123456",
            "name": "API Health Check",
            "url": "https://api.example.com/health",
            "status": "up",
            "uptime": 99.95,
            "response_time": 245,
            "last_check": "2024-03-20T10:30:00Z",
            "ssl_status": "valid",
            "ssl_expiry": "2025-01-15T00:00:00Z"
        }
    }
}

Alert Configuration

{
    "success": true,
    "data": {
        "alert": {
            "id": "alert_789",
            "name": "Downtime Alert",
            "type": "email",
            "recipients": [
                "[email protected]"
            ],
            "conditions": {
                "status": "down",
                "duration": "5 minutes"
            },
            "enabled": true
        }
    }
}

Performance Metrics

{
    "success": true,
    "data": {
        "metrics": {
            "uptime_24h": 99.98,
            "uptime_7d": 99.95,
            "uptime_30d": 99.92,
            "avg_response_time": 234,
            "max_response_time": 1250,
            "min_response_time": 89,
            "total_checks": 1440,
            "successful_checks": 1439,
            "failed_checks": 1
        }
    }
}

Use Cases

• E-commerce platforms: Monitoring payment APIs to ensure transactions are processed smoothly.
• SaaS applications: Ensuring service availability for users and maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Mobile apps: Monitoring backend services to provide a seamless user experience.
• Financial services: Tracking critical APIs for real-time data accuracy.
• Healthcare systems: Monitoring patient data APIs to ensure compliance and data integrity.
• Gaming platforms: Monitoring real-time services for uninterrupted gameplay.
• IoT applications: Monitoring device connectivity to ensure reliable performance.

Benefits of Using Uptime API

• Real-time insights: Frequent API calls provide up-to-date information on service availability and performance.
• Proactive issue resolution: Customizable alerts ensure that you are notified immediately of any downtime, allowing for quick action.
• Data-driven decisions: Access to historical data and performance metrics enables informed decision-making.
• Comprehensive monitoring: Multi-location monitoring ensures that your services are available globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

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